Potholes

A pothole is where the surface of the road has been eroded and a hollow has formed. The Council, as Highway Authority, has responsibility for the maintenance and repair of the Highway.

The severity of the pothole and, therefore, the criteria for attention is determined by the risk it poses to road users. This is difficult to judge since all potholes present some risk. The factors to be taken into account include size and depth of pothole; traffic type, speed and volume; road alignment and visibility and also the position in relation to road width. Potholes can also appear on pavements/footways.

Reporting a Pothole

To report a pothole please contact Highways.  Click on the link under Do It Online to report a fault online.

Please remember, when reporting a fault:

• give a specific location eg if at a junction tell us the actual road names
• give as much information about the fault as possible