City of Englewood, Colorado
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Snow Route Information
The Streets & Right-of-Way Services Division is responsible for maintenance of approximately 340 lane miles of streets. The goal of this Division is to provide the highest level of service and response to the motoring public, but please know that sometimes the weather wins in the short term.
Englewood’s street crew consists of nine (9) full-time staff members. They have thirteen (13) pieces of large equipment available. In major storms, the City can employ subcontractors to supplement snow removal efforts. Three state highways pass through the City of Englewood and are maintained by the Colorado Department. To provide fiscally responsible service during snow and ice events that supports the safety and mobility of the City's transportation system by removing or displacing snow and ice from all designated priority streets. highways are Highway 85 (Santa Fe Drive), Highway 88 (Belleview and Federal), and Highway 285 (Hampden Avenue).
Our snow policy consists of de-icing and plowing all grid streets. De-icing trucks are dispatched for accumulations up to 4 inches, with a forecast calling for continued accumulations, snow plows and road graders will then be dispatched to begin clearing the grid streets.
Snow Route Maps
Below are maps showing designated snow routes for districts 1-4. Upon request the city will make reasonable accommodations for alternative access to the information listed below. Submit the request here or call 303-762-2300.
City plowed parking (PDF file) - Map of city-owned parking lots plowed by city forces.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is responsible for clearing sidewalks?
Residents are responsible for clearing their driveways as well as sidewalks adjacent to their property. It is recommended that snow from driveways and sidewalks be placed in their front yards and not in the street. It is illegal to push snow from parking lots on commercial properties into the City street system.
After the storm, the plow came through and plowed my driveway shut again.
Depending on the severity of the storm, cleanup/widening operations often take place within one to four days following the storm. It is necessary to widen an available roadway to insure the ice and snow melts off the driven surface as quickly as possible. Failure to do so will result in ice/snow packed roads too narrow to accommodate storage of snow from subsequent storms, and will prevent proper drainage, resulting in increased ice problems.
What if I have an emergency and my street isn't plowed?
If an emergency situation occurs, call 911. Equipment will be diverted for emergencies ONLY WHEN REQUESTED BY AN EMERGENCY SERVICE AGENCY. Police/Fire dispatch has constant communications with our staff during storm conditions. It is a crime to make a false emergency request.
How can citizens help?
- Drive with caution and anticipate delays. Don't drive unless you must. Be patient, it is impossible to clear all roads immediately.
- Do not attempt to stop a snow plow or obstruct its path. Plows must maintain speed for maximum efficiency.
- Equipment operators often work long hours under trying conditions. They anticipate courteous and friendly drivers. Please help them to help you.
- DO NOT push or shovel snow into the street. It is illegal to place snow from private drives or parking lots onto the public right-of-way.
- Drivers do their best to not cover sidewalks with snow, but sometimes it is impossible to avoid.
- Be understanding. The City is doing its best to provide you with the service you need
Snow Buddies Program
Are you in need of snow removal help, or are you willing to help others in your neighborhood tackle the cold, heavy white stuff this winter? Snow Buddies a voluntary program that connects those who need snow removal assistance with volunteers willing to help organized by the Neighborhood Resources Program. Click here for more information on the Snow Buddies Program or to sign up to volunteer or to receive assistance. Please note that typically a volunteer snow buddy is your neighbor. The City of Englewood will do our best to match volunteers and those in need of help, however if a match is not found, residents are responsible for removing snow.