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Bureau of Highways

Report a Pothole

You can use this link to report a pothole, or call the Bureau of Highways at 410-887-3560.

Potholes in Baltimore County

Baltimore County had an average of 58,000 potholes per year in the last decade.  That's over A? million potholes repaired in 10 years!  And the more severe the winter is, with colder temperatures, and more snow and ice, the more severe the potholes are.  During the particularly harsh winter of 1996, we had nearly 85,000 potholes on County roads.

Image of pothole in road.

What Causes a Pothole?

Diagram showing first step of pothole forming.

 

 

Diagram shows second step of pothole forming.

 

Diagram shows third step of pothole forming.

 

Diagram shows fourth step in pothole forming.

How Are Potholes Repaired?

During colder months we use a product called cold mix that remains pliable in winter temperatures.

When the materials become available in warmer months, we use a product called hot mix asphalt, which leads to a more permanent repair.

How to Report a Pothole

To report a pothole on Baltimore County roads, call 410-887-3560, or report a pothole online.  When we receive a request for repairs, it is forwarded to one of eleven Highways shops located throughout the County.  Normally our crews will be able to make repairs to the pothole within 48 hours.

Baltimore County Highways crew patches potholes using cold mix.

A Baltimore County Highways crew patches potholes using cold mix.

Revised April 13, 2005


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