Montgomery County Kicks Off Spring Paving and Infrastructure Maintenance Season

Crews Will Inspect Sidewalks and Make Accessibility Upgrades as Needed

MCDOT expects to complete 34 roadway maintenance projects and 17 sidewalk repair projects this spring. A preliminary list of current or scheduled road resurfacing projects and current or scheduled sidewalk repair projects is available online. Both sites will be updated throughout paving season as projects are added to the schedule.

"People depend on safe roads and sidewalks every day, and we have to stay on top of maintenance to keep them that way," said County Executive Marc Elrich. "If we fix problems early, we avoid bigger and more expensive repairs later. We're also making sure sidewalks and curb ramps meet ADA standards so everyone can get around safely, including people with disabilities. These investments help keep our neighborhoods connected and make sure Montgomery County continues to be a place where people can live, work, and get around safely."

During road resurfacing and sidewalk repairs, MCDOT crews will inspect curb ramps and, if necessary, make upgrades to ensure pedestrian rights-of-way are fully accessible and compliant with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) regulations.

MCDOT completed its inspection of the more than 1,100 miles of County-maintained primary roads in early March. A survey of the County's 4,300 miles of residential roads was completed in 2025. MCDOT crews did additional road condition assessments and repairs during its February pothole blitz.

During the road inspection process, MCDOT deploys trucks outfitted with cameras that assess street surfaces and report cracks, potholes, or other road damage. Roads are rated by their degree of severity, and the ratings are used to develop the pavement resurfacing and repair schedule.

"MCDOT inspects all County roads every other year, and is continuously evaluating and repairing sidewalks, to ensure the integrity of our infrastructure," said MCDOT Director Chris Conklin. "The goal is to treat surface issues caused by regular wear and tear on roads and sidewalks before larger issues can develop. Every dollar spent on road and sidewalk maintenance saves between $6 and $10 in future repairs. Maintenance is also an important safety issue. Small cracks in sidewalks can create trip hazards, particularly for people with limited mobility. Pavement on roadways smooths out over time, increasing the time and distance to brake, and can contribute to vehicles hydroplaning during heavy rain. These projects extend the life of our infrastructure and protect the health and safety of our residents."

MCDOT has already begun resurfacing and pavement patching for six residential road projects that were previously identified as needing repair.

The preliminary list of road resurfacing projects includes:

Poolesville

Approximately 1.5 lane-miles will undergo patching and resurfacing, with the project beginning in spring or early summer.

Potomac

Approximately 4.6 lane-miles will be patched and resurfaced, with the project beginning in the summer.

Rockville

Approximately 2.0 lane-miles will be patched and resurfaced, with the project beginning in spring or early summer.

Approximately 16 lane-miles will undergo patching and resurfacing as part of our multi-year rehabilitation project, which began last year. These rehabilitation activities are halted during the winter season.

Silver Spring

Approximately 6.9 lane-miles will be patched and resurfaced, with the project beginning in early spring or late summer.

Approximately 2.9 lane-miles will be patched and resurfaced, with the project beginning in the summer.

Sidewalk Repair/ADA Compliance Requests

For information on MCDOT programs and services visit montgomerycountymd.gov/mcdot, follow @MCDOTNow on X, Bluesky, Facebook, and Instagram, and subscribe to MCDOT's "Go Montgomery!" newsletter.

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