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Get savvy about snow removal

By Chanel Nagaishi
Saratoga Springs -- Utah's famous powder has been elusive this season, but with the official start of winter just around the corner, it's bound to make more appearances. Whether you're a longtime resident or a new homeowner, it's important to brush up on your responsibilities when it comes to snow removal.

The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) and the city of Saratoga Springs share responsibility for keeping the roads clear. UDOT plows the main roads of the city - State Road 73 and Redwood Road - while the Public Works department is in charge of the rest. In order to ensure residents' safety, the Public Works department assigns roads different priority levels for plowing. A map of snow removal routes is available on the city's website. Residents are required to move any parked cars or other vehicles off city streets to assist in these efforts.

Homeowners and property owners have additional responsibilities for snow removal. Sidewalks, driveways, mailboxes, and fire hydrants that are on your property must be cleared. When shoveling, the city asks that you not move snow onto the roads, but instead deposit it on your lawn or park strips.

Yes, snow can be quite burdensome. But if you find yourself cursing the white stuff, finish up your shoveling, and then have a snowball fight, build a snowman
or take your sled out for a run. After all, it's only here for a season.
The community news source for Eagle Mountain Utah, Saratoga Springs Utah, Lehi Utah, American Fork Utah, Highland Utah, Alpine Utah, and The Cedar Valley, including Cedar Fort Utah and Fairfield Utah. Copyright 2024 The Crossroads Journal LLC. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
Source: Snow Removal
 


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