Crews tackle potholes in Melfort after warmer weather arrives

“The freeze-thaw cycle this year has presented numerous challenges in relation to pothole repairs, as well as increasing the likelihood of new potholes forming,” said Cipywnyk.

Crews are currently putting a “cold mix” asphalt to fill in the smaller or localized potholes now that the weather has improved. The City had also been using gravel to patch up the larger holes while the conditions were still colder and wetter.

Cipywnyk said a slightly more permanent solution will be used later on in the year.

“Hot mix patching will happen later in the summer in conjunction with our larger paving projects,” she said.

According to Cipywnyk, each pothole is different, and the longevity of the repair depends on the condition of the surrounding road. Though not a permanent repair, the hot mix asphalt can last for about two to three years.

The larger areas that have been bridged over with gravel will need to be further excavated, compacted, and re-paved.

“Our intent is to address these areas at the same time as we re-pave our previous dig locations that need to be patched,” Cipywnyk explained. “These projects usually occur alongside our roadway restoration projects.”

Anyone who spots an unfilled pothole can contact City Hall by phone or email.

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cam.lee@pattisonmedia.com

by Cam Lee

Crews tackle potholes in Melfort after warmer weather arrives

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