Potholes and road repairs Potholes are formed by water accumulation on the road, which expands into ice during winter. As the freeze-thaw process continues over the years, more water gets trapped and stored in the pockets of the road, making larger gaps and voids over time. These are usually visible in the spring when ice thaws. The weight of vehicles over time speeds up the road breakdown in already-weakened areas, which results in potholes. Similarly, weather changes can impact the road causing it to crack or rise. The City conducts road repairs from May to October. This includes pothole patching, asphalt grinding, asphalt replacement and crack sealing. In addition, the City carries out a blitz of road repairs twice a year, during mid-April and late October.
3,297 potholes were repaired in 2024.
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