Does the Town plow and sand my road?
The Department of Public Works plows all roads in Mashpee, including private roads, provided the road is in good repair. The Department of Public Works will not plow roads in such disrepair that they may damage equipment.
If a private road is not in good repair it will be placed on the "Do Not Plow List" in accordance with Town Policy no. 014 adopted by the Board of Selectmen in 1999. Each year the Department of
Public Works performs inspections of private roads to ensure they are in good repair. Residents will be notified by door hangers as well as local newspaper publications and local cable station advertisement of this list. Residents will be notified in advance of the winter season allowing for ample time to make the necessary repairs. Once these repairs are made residents may contact the Department of Public Works at 508-539-1420. Once notified the Department of Public Works will re-inspect the road and remove it from the "Do Not Plow List."
The DPW sands all Town owned roads. During years of extreme cold and ice the DPW will sand private roads on request. In addition, the DPW does not plow or sand driveways including the access drives within a condominium or other multi-family development.
How many inches of snow are required for plowing?
Upon arrival of a winter storm warning, appropriate Department of Public Works personnel will be called to pre-salt paved surfaces. After pre-salting and snow accumulations reach 3 inches, personnel and equipment will be dispatched for snow plowing.
Does Mashpee have an emergency shelter?
If it becomes necessary to open an emergency shelter, it will be located at the Mashpee High School (Quashnet School), 500 Old Barnstable Road, Mashpee for those in need.
In order to determine if the shelter is open, tune in to WQRC or WCIB on your radio or contact the Mashpee Police Department at 508-539-1489.
If the shelter is opened you may call 508-539-1550 for additional information.
If you require a ride to the shelter call the Mashpee Police Department at 508-539-1489.
IN AN EMERGENCY DIAL 911.
Are there any parking restrictions during a snowstorm?
Yes. Vehicles should not be parked on roads during a storm as they will interfere with sanding and plowing.
How many plows does the town use for snowplowing?
The Department of Public Works uses 8 of its on vehicles and 25-30 subcontractors for snowplowing.
Which streets are plowed first?
If snow accumulation reaches 3 inches, personnel and equipment will then be dispatched to their assigned routes for town wide plowing with the primary focus being on primary roads, the major streets that run throughout the town such as Route 130 and Route 151, followed by collector roads such as South Sandwich Road and private roads.
Is there any kind of snow removal service for sidewalks?
Sidewalks along public roads will be plowed as soon as possible after a storm has ended.
For more information contact the Department of Public Works at 508-539-1420.
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