Streets and Drainage

The Streets and Drainage Division maintains and repairs curbs and gutters, handicap access ramps, cross walks, street signs and surface roadway, in addition to seasonal maintenance and repair of 150 miles of concrete and earthen ditches. The Streets Division is responsible for the maintenance of city-owned property, and right-of-ways.

Street Division

There are nearly 150 miles of city streets and roads in Hernando, except for Highway 51 which is maintained by Mississippi Department of Transportation, the Public Works Department maintains all roadways within the public domain of the city. Crews have a resurfacing pavement plan each year. Special emphasis is put on preventive maintenance to minimize potholes and cracking.

Major improvements to the roadways and intersections are planned and managed by the Public Works Department and the City Engineer.

Storm Water Management

Public Works crews maintain drainageways along city streets and within city easements. Services include repairing sink holes over drainpipes and along lined ditches, pipe cleaning and preventative maintenance. Residents are urged to keep hazardous materials and trash out of the storm water system to protect the quality of the rivers and streams and to prevent flooding.

Storm Drain Blockages

Report any storm drain blockage at (662) 429-9092 as soon as possible to prevent property damage.
Homeowners are generally responsible for storm water management on their property.