Bump, bump ... deflect! After a long winter, harsh, potholes are back.
Potholes are not only a nuisance on your daily commute. They can be a real burden for your wallet if your vehicle is damaged by one. They are also a major cause of car accidents since drivers often brake quickly or unexpectedly divert to avoid.
some cities are turning to interactive online solutions when it comes time to deal with this pain-in-the potholes butt. The solutions are designed to increase the effectiveness of reporting and repairing potholes and get them more involved drivers.
In addition to being able to report potholes, some programs also include the status of the repair request when a pothole has been repaired and how long it took for to repair. A city (unfortunately, not in the US), has taken a step further and resorted to "tweeting" potholes when the government failed to respond quickly to the problem.
If you live in one of these cities, take advantage of this new way to report potholes (and make a mental note of what streets to avoid).
Five cities using technology to report potholes
- Chicago shows in the Windy City Pothole Tracker that potholes were patched in the last week at the click of a mouse.
- Indianapolis: The Indy Pothole Viewer has a map which is currently littered with colored dots showing many potholes in need of repair. The site allows you to report potholes and check the status of your request pothole.
- Philadelphia: You Pothole Tracker Philly also view and report potholes. It also allows you to filter requests to see which cases potholes are open, closed and recognized.
- Rochester, New York: A local newspaper runs this interactive map that allows visitors to see where the potholes are, read a story running and which areas roads to avoid, and report potholes.
- Washington, D.C.: In the capital of the nation, the Ministry of Transport, DC hosts an interactive map that warns drivers of hazards on the road. Here you can fill out an online service request and watch your pothole turn from orange to green when filled.
These sites can help you avoid the potholes and the damage they can do to your car. Of course, it is always a good idea to drive safely during the season of potholes. It is also useful to remember that you may be able to file a pothole complaint with your city.
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