Potholes

The City has limited quantities of hot asphalt, which is reheated in hot patcher machines. When that supply runs out, cold mix asphalt is used, which is also heated before application. However, since most potholes form in the top asphalt layer, patches applied in winter may not hold permanently. Moisture infiltrating cracks can cause the patch to loosen with freeze-thaw cycles, leading to potholes reappearing throughout winter or in the spring. Heavy rainfall can also significantly weaken patches.

The City monitors known hotspots for potholes and dispatches teams to address them as needed. Additionally, residents can report potholes through Service Fredericton or via social media. These reports help ensure potholes are logged and repaired promptly.

While the city aims to repair all potholes, priority is given to those on main roads with high traffic volumes. Potholes on lower-traffic residential streets may be addressed later, particularly if winter conditions prevent effective patching. Some shallow surface-level potholes cannot be permanently repaired until warmer months, so resources are focused on those that can be effectively patched.

Residents can report potholes by calling Service Fredericton at 506-460-2020 or by submitting concerns via social media. City crews also identify and log potholes year-round, ensuring necessary repairs are scheduled.

The exact number varies annually. The City of Fredericton’s Roadway Operations Division continuously tracks and addresses potholes to maintain road safety and infrastructure quality.