DPW&T Elevates Pothole Repair Response Following Winter Weather Events  

For Immediate Release:
Friday, February 27, 2026

Contact:
Angela Rouson, MPA
Chief of Communications
Department of Public Works and Transportation
240.524.6988
AJRouson@co.pg.md.us

  

DPW&T Elevates Pothole Repair Response Following Winter Weather Events
Focus Shifts to Smoother Roads - Report ∙ Repair ∙ Restore

LARGO, MD – The Prince George’s County Department of Public Works and Transportation (DPW&T) has expanded its ongoing pothole repair program, ramping up efforts to aggressively address potholes caused by recent winter weather and below freezing temperatures.

Following snow, ice, and below freezing temperatures, melting precipitation can seep into cracks in the pavement. As temperatures drop, the trapped water can freeze and expand, weakening the roadway surface. When vehicles travel over those compromised areas, potholes can form. Recent weather conditions after the most recent snow event have accelerated this process throughout the County.

"This winter has been particularly cold and icy, with prolonged periods of freezing temperatures that have accelerated roadway deterioration in some areas,” said DPW&T Director Michael Johnson. “Our teams are now concentrating their efforts on repairing damage to ensure residents can travel safely throughout the County.”

Over the next two weeks, as weather allows, crews will continue to inspect, patch, and repair potholes on County-maintained roads, prioritizing high-traffic corridors, major connectors, and areas identified through PGC 311 service requests.

Residents are encouraged to report potholes on County-maintained roads by submitting a service request through PGC 311 at www.PGC311.com, or by calling 3-1-1. When reporting, residents are asked to provide the exact location and nearest cross street to help crews respond quickly. Residents are also reminded to use caution around work zones and slow down when traveling through active repair areas.

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