Gravel road maintenance

We maintain over 100 kilometres of gravel road. This is approximately 7% of the total road system in the City of St. John's.

Gravel or dirt roads need much more frequent maintenance than paved roads, especially after wet periods. Gravel roads and shoulders are susceptible to potholes, ruts, erosion and poor drainage. This is because traffic pushes material to the outside of the travel path and heavy rain can wash the material away easily.

Our crews maintain gravel roads and unpaved shoulders to provide a smooth and safe driving or pedestrian surface. This provides for positive drainage from the road surface to the roadside ditch network.

Report a problem

If you see a gravel road or shoulder in disrepair, report it to Access St. John's.