The Town of Monroe has approximately 136 miles of local roadway that we maintain and plow. Additionally, the state CTDOT plows Routes 25, 34, 59, 110 & 111. Due to the high costs of removing snow, it is important for the DPW to use its resources wisely with cooperation from the residents to minimize the cost.

PLOW ROUTES 

The roadways are plowed and sanded in order of priority. Main (collector) roads are addressed first with special attention to steep hills and difficult intersections. Side roads are done next, then cul-de-sacs. Side roads will remain unplowed if the main roads require repeated plowing. This may not seem fair to the residents of side roads and cul-de-sacs, but main roads must remain open.

BLOCKED DRIVEWAYS

All snow plows angle the same way – to the driver’s right – and when plowing, the snow gets pushed in front of the driveway. The homeowner is responsible for access to his driveway. The only way to avoid extra shoveling is to wait until DPW crews have done their final clean up on the road.

PARKED VEHICLES 

It is a safety hazard to residents and plow drivers when vehicles are parked in the road. Not only do parked vehicles reduce the sightline for pedestrians and oncoming vehicles, but they also  force the plows to veer out of the travel lane. Please remove vehicles from the roadway prior to a snow/ice storm.

Residents who have questions or feel they have a legitimate complaint should call the Department of Public Works @ 452-2814.