Peterborough Roads & Highways – Peterborough, ON

County Road Network Maintenance

The facility at 310 Armour Road serves as the central operations hub for the Peterborough County Public Works Department, specifically the Operations and Engineering divisions. This department is responsible for the maintenance and improvement of the upper-tier municipal transportation network, which connects the various townships within the region. Unlike the city’s public works which focus on urban streets, this office manages over 700 kilometers of county roads and approximately 150 bridges and culverts that form the backbone of regional transit. The ”Roads and Highways” mandate includes critical infrastructure tasks such as surface repairs (pothole patching, shoulder grading), line painting, and the installation and maintenance of traffic signals and guide rails. The engineering team located here oversees capital construction projects, ensuring that the road network expands and evolves to meet the needs of the growing population while adhering to provincial safety standards.

Winter Control and Safety

During the winter months, this facility becomes the command center for the county’s winter control operations. The fleet of plow trucks and salters dispatched from this yard and other satellite depots works around the clock to clear snow and ice from county roads. The operations follow a strict priority system based on traffic volume and road classification, ensuring that main arteries are passable for emergency vehicles and commuters as quickly as possible. The department monitors weather forecasts and road conditions in real-time to deploy resources effectively. Residents can contact this office to report hazardous road conditions, such as drifting snow or icy patches, on county jurisdiction roads. The staff also manage the ”Adopt-A-Road” program and coordinate with the Ontario Provincial Police to close roads during severe weather events to ensure public safety.

Waste Management Administration

In addition to road infrastructure, the 310 Armour Road location houses the administrative functions for the County’s Waste Management division. This department oversees the recycling and waste diversion programs for the county’s townships. While curbside collection is often managed at the township level or through contractors, the county staff here coordinate the broader strategy, including the operation of depots for hazardous waste and electronic recycling. They provide essential information to residents regarding collection schedules, landfill hours, and the proper sorting of recyclable materials. The office serves as a resource for inquiries about the ”Blue Box” program and other environmental initiatives aimed at extending the lifespan of regional landfills. They also handle the sale of backyard composters and digesters to encourage organic waste diversion.

Operations Centre and Access

The building at 310 Armour Road is a multi-purpose municipal facility that also houses the headquarters for the Peterborough County/City Paramedics, reflecting the integrated nature of regional services. For the Public Works department, the office is open to the public on weekdays for administrative purposes, such as applying for entrance permits (for new driveways onto county roads), moving permits for oversized loads, or sign permits. The site is equipped with a large yard for heavy machinery and material storage. Visitors should be aware that while this office handles county-level matters, issues related to streets within the City of Peterborough proper (such as downtown sidewalks or city garbage collection) should be directed to the City Hall operations, as the jurisdictions are distinct. The facility is fully accessible and staff are available to assist with inquiries regarding the division of responsibilities between the city and the county.