How to Report Potholes In Highland Park

HIGHLAND PARK, IL — As the weather fluctuates in the Chicagoland, Highland Park residents may notice more potholes on city streets.

Potholes occur with the onset of warmer weather and freeze-thaw cycles, typically when precipitation seeps through the surface pavement into the sub-pavement, which creates an expansion of the area, Highland Park officials said.

During winter months, when asphalt plants are closed, potholes are temporarily repaired with cold patch. When asphalt plants reopen in the spring, permanent pavement patching will take place.

To help the Public Works Department keep city streets safe and drivable, Highland Park residents can report potholes by calling the City Pothole Hotline at 847-926-1178. The hotline is open 24 hours a day, and asks residents to provide their name, address, phone number, and the specific location of the pothole.

The Illinois Department of Transportation and the Lake County Traffic Division are responsible for the maintenance of certain streets within the city, such as Route 41. City officials report potholes and other street concerns directly to the correct agency.