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- Operations -
Snow and Ice Removal
This is one of the most important
responsibilities that our department faces each year. The
severity and frequency of the winter storms can take its toll on
MCEO crews and the roads. We have crews on-call to treat roads
as needed. These crew members are required to have their
Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
Tree Trimming and Removal
By cutting back trees and vegetation from roadways, sunlight
will reach the road surfaces. This not only allows for safer
roads during the winter months by promoting ice and snow
melting, but keeps motorists safer through the reduction of
fallen trees during storms, as well as permitting roads to dry
at a faster rate.
Ditching and Drainage
Ditching and de-berming the roads are central to proper
drainage. As part of an aggressive drainage approach, each
county road will be ditched every third year. We have also
continued replacing and repairing many culverts along and under
county roads to assist in the diversion of water from the road
surface. This proactive approach to ensure proper drainage will
yield longer lives for our roads, which has already begun to
show positive results.
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