Definitions for Snow Removal from City Streets

Roads Closed

Streets are accessible to emergency vehicles only. All other vehicles should stay off the roads, as conditions are unsafe for driving.

Snow covered

Street is covered with snow.

Passable

Street may have been plowed (possibly one lane only) but may have only been treated. . Snowy or icy spots remain and the street will require additional plowing. Drivers should use caution and limit driving to essential trips.

Plowed

Snow has been pushed to the sides of the street, leaving one or two inches of snow, or cleared down to blacktop, with running water visible. Streets are also treated with salt. Drivers should continue to use caution and expect icy spots and/or snow.

Snow Emergency Route

Any road where stopping and parking are not permitted during snow emergencies in order to maintain the flow of traffic for public safety purposes and to permit snow plows unimpeded access to the roadway.

Roads Closed

Snow Covered

Passable

Plowed

Snow Emergency Route