Frequently Asked Questions
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Public Works
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The Town of Dracut is responsible for the maintenance and operations of 160 miles of public roadways, 77 miles of drainage infrastructure, over 4000 drainage structures (catch basins, outfalls, culverts, detention ponds).
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How Can Nonpoint Source Pollution (NPS) Be Locally Controlled?
NPS pollution arises from everyday human activities. Here are a few homeowner good housekeeping practices that can make a big difference
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The primary responsibility of the DPW staff is to maintain all public roadways, public parks, public vehicles, public sewer lines, public drainage lines, and public waterbodies. It is also the Departments responsibility to conduct and oversee infrastructure improvement projects.
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The Department of Public Works (DPW) consists of multiple divisions and departments. The divisions that fall under Public Works are:
- Cemetery
- Highway
- Parks
- Trees
- Snow & Ice
- Vehicle Maintenance
Other Departments that fall under Public Works are:
- Animal Control
- Engineering
- Stormwater
- Sewer/Kenwood Water
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You would want to use our platform AccessE11 System which offers a hassle-free way for you to communicate any issues in our community. By accessing the reporting portal, you can easily document and notify the Town regarding streetlight outages. Our AccessE11 System also makes it easy to report potholes/asphalt damage, trash/recycling issues, tree issues and more!
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The Department of Public Works (DPW) has listed the requirements for when a Street Opening Permit is needed online for your convivence!
If you have any additional questions please Contact the DPW.