Keep Worcester Walking in Winter
Learn how to do your part to keep sidewalks, curb-cuts, and ramps clear of snow and ice.
We are now hiring snow plowing equipment for the upcoming winter season. Please fill out and return the attached application if you are interested:
We apologize for any inconvenience this causes but plow blades cannot be lifted as they pass by a driveway.
There are over 6,000 fire hydrants in Worcester. Please help us by shoveling around the hydrant near your home. For information on the Adopt-a-Hydrant program, please call Customer Service at 508-929-1300.
Learn more about fire hyrant and catch basin maintenance in the City.
Please cooperate so school children and other pedestrians will be able to use the public walkways and avoid having to walk into the street.
Winter Sand is free and available to residents using hand buckets only at the following three sites:
When Worcester has a winter storm, the City's goal is to keep the streets cleared and safe.
Department of Public Works
20 East Worcester Street
Worcester, MA 01604
Phone: 508-929-1300
Fax: 508-799-1448
Email Us
Office Hours:
Monday - Friday
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.