Strathcona County maintains 1,300 km of rural roads and ditches and 418 km of urban roads in Sherwood Park.
Highway maintenance
The Government of Alberta is responsible for maintaining provincial highways within Strathcona County.
Pothole and road repairs
Different approaches are used to repair potholes, cracks and other road surface issues. Learn more.
Roadside brushing
Brushing can include tree removal, tree pruning and mulching to maintain a clear right-of-way in rural areas.
Roadside mowing
Strathcona County mows rural ditches once or twice a year, depending on the location. Learn more.
Rural road types
Depending on traffic volume, rural roads surfaces can be asphalt, cold mix, dust-controlled gravel or loose gravel.
Seasonal road bans
The axle weight for commercial vehicles and the goods they are carrying is restricted on the majority of rural roads year round. Learn more.
Streetlight maintenance
Check to see if a streetlight is maintained by Fortis Alberta or by Strathcona County.
Street sweeping
Typically starting in mid to late April, spring street sweeping cleans up all the sand, dirt and rock chips left on the street from the winter season.
Further information:
Transportation Engineering and Operations
Phone: 780-417-7100
Email: transportation@strathcona.ca
