Snow & Ice Removal

snow plow plowing snow on the road

Winter Weather Preparedness

The safety of our community is a top priority as we strive to provide safe and passable road surfaces during winter storm events.

The City of Kettering Streets Division plans for winter storms months ahead, even when the weather is warm! Organization and careful use of resources ensure safe driving routes.

Main Routes

The City of Kettering has 16 main snow routes established that provide a connected, continuous system, enabling traffic flow throughout the City. Main routes include major thoroughfares, hills, curves, emergency vehicle access, bus routes, and school access.  When a winter storm hits, our crews will work around the clock to keep these routes clear.

While snow continues to fall, operations will focus on these main routes only.

Side Streets

After at least 2” of accumulation and the complete end of snowfall, the side streets in the city will receive attention.  The length of time it takes for us to clear our side streets will depend on the amount of snow we receive, wind and air temperature.

Snow Operations Main Routes Map

The Snow Operations Main Routes Map was updated in 2021-2022.  To view, please click here.

Did You Know?

Our drivers clear an equivalent of 975 miles while plowing the city during a winter storm event.  That's about the same distance as driving from Kettering to Orlando!

Tips for residents:

  • Stay informed about pending weather conditions.
  • Allow extra travel time and avoid peak traffic hours if possible.
  • Maintain a safe following distance and slower speeds.
  • Do not attempt to pass snowplow trucks, which may be plowing in teams.
  • Remove parked vehicles from street wherever possible to make it easier for our plows to make it through neighborhoods.  Cars that are not moved may be plowed in.
  • Snow plowed across driveways is unavoidable. When shoveling, you may consider placing the snow on the right side of your driveway (as you face the street) to lessen the amount of shoveling due to snow plow deposits.
  • Clearing of sidewalks is the responsibility of the property owner and should be cleared as soon as practical.  It is inevitable that our plows may toss snow back on to sidewalks as they clear the roads.
  • Remove any remaining snow from around mailbox for the mail carriers.
  • If you have a fire hydrant nearby be sure to shovel around it, saving our Fire Department precious seconds in the event of an emergency.
  • When shoveling, take breaks to avoid exhaustion and make sure someone knows you are outside working.
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