Thursday, January 31 2008

The Olathe Public Works Department is responsible for snow removal on approximately 1,200 lane miles of roadway. The City follows guidelines to provide the most effective snow removal operation possible.

Olathe works to keep 44 vehicles removing snow on two 12-hours shifts throughout a winter storm in order to provide 24 hour winter coverage. Scouting vehicles continually monitor all city streets to direct crews to dangerous areas. Crews are also in direct contact with police dispatchers who can direct them to additional areas needing treatment in a winter storm.