Street Construction
Due to streets that may deteriorate from normal use, rain, and extreme temperatures, City crews inspect damage and issues that may impede safe driving.
Street construction includes the following:
- Alley maintenance
- Berm repair & installation
- Curb repair & installation
- Sidewalk repair & installation
- Street resurfacing
- Pothole filling
Citizens may contact 311 or visit CHA311.com to report street issues.
What causes a pothole?
During a freeze and subsequent thaw, the ground expands and pushes into the pavement. As the temerature rises, the ground returns to its normal level when the pavement stays the same height which causes a gap. Passing vehicles cause the higher level pavement to crack and fall into the hollow ground.
Reasons for a pothole:
- Temperature fluxuations
- Vehicle traffic
- Water
POTHOLE SERVICE REQUESTS BY FISCAL YEAR
| 2013 | 1,834 |
| 2014 | 1,325 |
| 2015 | 1,370 |
Mission:
To preserve and enhance the quality of the physical environment and infrastructure through prompt, cost effective and courteous delivery of services which protect the health, safety and welfare of citizens.
Justin Holland, Administrator
1250 Market Street
Chattanooga TN 37402 (map)
(423) 643-6311
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