Burlington Review

Burlington County road crews are actively engaged in repairing potholes on county highways as the winter season progresses. The fluctuating temperatures and precipitation have posed challenges, leading to the formation of potholes due to the freezing and thawing of moisture beneath asphalt roads.

"Anyone who has lived in the Northeast region knows that winter storms and deep freezes that often follow them can take a toll on asphalt roads," stated Burlington County Commissioner Tom Pullion, who is also the liaison to the Department of Public Works and Division of Roads and Bridges. He added, "While there is little we can do to stop potholes from forming, our roads crews are already working diligently to repair these hazards on County roadways. We are asking motorists to help out by reporting any problem spots they encounter where potholes have formed on County roads."

Residents are encouraged to report pothole locations via the County’s Potholes Hotline at 609-265-5021 or by emailing Highway@co.burlington.nj.us. Reports can also be submitted through an online form available at https://burlingtoncountynj.formstack.com/forms/report_a_pothole. A comprehensive list of county roads across all 40 municipalities is accessible online at https://www.co.burlington.nj.us/917/County-Roads.

The hotline is monitored daily, ensuring that road crews can address reported issues promptly. Among the equipment used for repairs is an automated pothole fixing truck purchased in 2016, which facilitates efficient road repairs with minimal traffic disruption. Additionally, three hotbox asphalt trailers are utilized to maintain hot asphalt for efficient repairs across multiple locations within the county.

"Burlington County maintains more than 500 miles of roads and keeping them safe and in good condition is one of our County’s top priorities," said Pullion. "Last year, crews filled more than 17,000 potholes and used more than 800 tons of patch material. That’s a tremendous accomplishment that shows how lucky our County is to have such experienced and dedicated workers to respond and repair potholes quickly."