Shake it to ensure the snow won’t break it

Macomb County Department of Roads asks residents to shake mailboxes ahead of winter

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. - During the winter months, the roads aren't the only thing that take a beating and the Macomb County Department of Roads (MCDR) is urging residents to prepare for snow by shaking their mailboxes this fall.

It's important for residents to check the location, stability and durability of their mailboxes. To prevent damage from snow thrown by passing plow trucks, residents are encouraged to prepare mailboxes for winter by tightening screws and ensuring the post and mailbox are secure enough to withstand reasonable amounts of thrown snow. Mailbox damage caused by snow being plowed to the side of the road is the homeowner's responsibility to repair.

"While we gear up for winter operations to maintain safe and efficient roads during the winter months, taking a few minutes to ensure your mailbox is properly secured will save you time and hassle later on," said MCDR Director Bryan Santo. "Shake it to ensure the snow won't break it. If your mailbox moves when shaken, it may not survive standard snow removal operations and should be repaired or replaced before winter."

Mailbox damage can often be prevented with proper routine maintenance. If you have questions regarding mailbox maintenance, please contact the Department of Roads at 586-463-8671 or [email protected].

Shaking your mailbox is an opportunity for residents across Macomb County and the state to take proactive steps toward ensuring their mailbox is safely and properly maintained prior to the start of winter maintenance operations on Michigan roads.

For additional information or frequently asked questions about mailboxes or MCDR winter maintenance operations, visit macombgov.org/roads.

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