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Snowplowing and Winter Maintenance

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The Roads division works hard to ensure safe driving conditions on Township roads during the winter.

From November 1 to March 31, we perform daily road patrols to monitor conditions and prepare responses to winter events. Our crews use a snow clearing schedule that is based on a road priority system. Sanding/salting and plowing begin on high-use roadways and then moves to residential streets. We also monitor various weather information sources for a consistent forecast to plan operational responses.

Less than 8 cm of snow

We begin sanding/salting operations and/or scraping of roads if required. Priority is given to arterial roads, hills and some collector roads.

Greater than 8 cm of snow

We plow all roads, beginning with priority routes and then secondary routes. 

Post storm patrols and service concerns

We push back snowbanks, blow back intersections, clean up sidewalks, remove snow banks, address specific concerns, etc.

Who's responsible for my road?

County roads

County roads are maintained and snowplowed by the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville. 

Private roads

Private roads are not maintained by the Township or the County. Residents on private roads should consult a contractor or talk to their neighbours about winter road maintenance. Residents living on private roads may be eligible for the Private Road Grant.

Provincial highways

Highways are maintained and plowed by Highway Maintenance Contracting Inc, a division of Coco Group. 

Follow Ontario 511 on Twitter for up to date Provincial Highway traffic information.

1000 Islands Parkway

The 1000 Islands Parkway is maintained by Highway Maintenance Contracting Inc, a division of Coco Group. Road concerns can be expressed through the Call Centre at 1-866-685-2770.

How can you help?

Please...

  • be patient, in heavy snowfalls it takes us longer to get all our streets cleared
  • be a good neighbour and help those who may not be able to shovel their driveways and sidewalks
  • put waste and recycling bins in your driveway and not on the road allowance
  • pile snow on the right side of your driveway, this is the down-side of the plow so it will help to reduce snow build-up in your driveway
  • slow down-drive according to the weather and road conditions
  • when possible let the salt work on the roads before driving
  • keep driveways clear of any shoulder snow accumulations from street or sidewalk plowing

Please do not...

  • park on the street during a snowfall, or immediately following a snowfall if plowing is still needed
  • park your vehicle at the very end of a driveway or across the sidewalk/boulevard area. Plow operators are not able to do their job properly if vehicles are parked in the way
  • follow too closely to snow plows
  • place snow from sidewalks or driveways on the street, this creates a hazard for vehicles and is prohibited by the Highway Traffic Act

Private contractors

If you are looking for someone to plow your driveway, search our Business Directory for a service near you.

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