The streets of Oklahoma City are offering its residents a unique form of civic participation this coming National Pothole Day on Jan. 15. City officials are calling on locals to report problematic potholes through various channels, catering to digital natives and traditional communicators alike. As detailed by the OKC Action Center, reports can be made by logging onto the City of Oklahoma City government website, sending an email, or through a text or call to the Action Center.
"Everyone hates potholes. With more than 8,000 lane miles of roads in OKC, we depend on residents to let us know where the potholes are," Streets Superintendent Chris Daniels explained, emphasizing the importance of community contributions. "The sooner we know about a pothole, the faster we can fill them." An accurate address or intersection is required when submitting a pothole report to ensure that repair crews can respond efficiently and effectively to the exact spot in need of maintenance, as reported by the City of Oklahoma City.
The City of Oklahoma City commitment to patching up these disruptions is a year-round endeavor, with crews reportedly filling about 60,000 potholes annually. The OKC Action Center has also shared an educational video for the residents' benefit, enlightening interested parties on the entire pothole patching process.
