Winter Weather Response

Public Works Response to Winter Weather

When a winter storm is forecast for the area, Town of Carrboro Public Works is primarily responsible for responding and reducing winter weather related roadway hazards associated with accumulations of ice or snow on roadway surfaces of Town maintained streets, facilities, designated bike paths and sidewalks, and parking lots. Streets are prioritized based on high traffic volumes, Transit routes, essential services, and proximity to schools.

The Roadway Hazard Reduction Program is designed to effectively utilize and commit available town personnel and equipment resources as determined, and when deemed necessary, to be supplemented by local contractor forces and equipment when deemed essential. The type of response, personnel, and equipment to be used and depth of commitment will be dependent on the type and severity of the winter storm and the known or anticipated future weather conditions. The Public Works Department will monitor local weather forecasts during periods of problematic winter weather. Public Works Response to Winter Weather

When a winter storm is forecast for the area, Town of Carrboro Public Works is primarily responsible for responding and reducing winter weather related roadway hazards associated with accumulations of ice or snow on roadway surfaces of Town maintained streets, facilities, designated bike paths and sidewalks, and parking lots. Streets are prioritized based on high traffic volumes, Transit routes, essential services and proximity to schools.

Priority Number 1•Main Town Roads• Sidewalks• Bike Paths
Priority Number 2 • Side Streets/Connecting Streets• Town Parking Lots

Note: After Priority 2 is complete, neighborhoods are completed. 

Additional Information

Public Works Preparations for Winter Weather

Snow Removal Policy

State Maintained Roads - Ice/Snow Removal Policies

Public Works Winter Weather Plan (PDF)