Township DPW keeps an eye on pothole proliferation; asks for community’s help

 

This particularly harsh winter season has spawned an uptick in the number of potholes affecting municipal roadways. In response, the Department of Public Works (DPW) has launched an aggressive campaign to identify and repair the damaged areas.

 

Beginning in mid-February, three DPW road crews were assigned to seek out and fix these potholes, which have been caused by the repeated freezing and thawing of road surfaces in the past two months. Each crew has been assigned a service area, and is touring every inch of the 226 miles of local roadway maintained by Cherry Hill to look for other depressions in the asphalt.

 

In light of this daunting task, Mayor Platt and DPW Director Steve Musilli are asking for the community’s help. Residents who see a potential problem spot should contact DPW immediately by calling (856) 424-4422. Additionally, potholes can be reported 24 hours a day on the Township Web site, www.CherryHill-NJ.com.

 

This expanded pothole response team will remain in effect for as long as needed – until the volume of pothole-related calls has diminished and crews cease to identify newly forming problem areas through the course of their shifts. 

 

This cooperative effort will allow us to remain proactive in keeping our roadways safe as we emerge from the historic winter of 2010 and move toward spring.

 

To report a pothole:

 

Call –

Cherry Hill's Pothole Hotline

856.424.4422

 

OR

 

Visit us online 24 hours a day/7 days a week:
Simply visit the Direct Connect form, select “Pothole,” and enter the spot’s location

 

 

For additional assistance, call the Mayor’s Office at (856) 488-7878.