Snow Removal

As a community, including residents, businesses, and the City, we all play a role in removing snow and ensuring our streets and sidewalks remain safe. Learn more below about the various aspects of snow removal and the roles we each play.

Ordinance Reminders

• 6.5.5 Parking Prohibited When
• 14.32.100 Snow Removal – Required
• 14.20.105 Placing Snow Upon Highway Prohibited

Streets

When City Crews Hit the Streets

In preparation for snowstorms, crews will ensure the following:

• Snow removal begins when 2 inches of snow have accumulated on roadways.
• Salt distribution starts when the temperature drops, and moisture creates icy conditions.
• Snow removal continues during storms and lasts until all city streets are cleared.

Snowplow Priority

City streets are plowed based on priority, focusing on higher-traveled areas first:

1. Main collector streets
2. Streets with hills
3. Challenging intersections (e.g., stoplights and stop signs)
4. Subdivision streets
5. Cul-de-sacs and dead-end streets

Snowplow Routes

Sidewalks

Property owners must keep sidewalks adjacent to their properties clear of snow and ice. The City will remove snow and ice from city-owned sidewalks near public facilities and main routes, including safe walking routes for schools.

City Sidewalk & Trail Snow Removal Map

Street Parking

Per City ordinance, parking is only permitted on the side of public streets with even-numbered addresses during snow events and for 24 hours afterward. Please remove vehicles, trailers, and garbage cans from the streets to assist with snow removal.

Additional Snow Removal Reminders

Place Snow Here, Not There

State law prohibits placing snow on public roads. Snow cleared from sidewalks and driveways should be placed on lawns, park strips, or private property. This ensures safety and helps the City’s efforts.

Blocked Driveways

Snow from plows may accumulate in driveways. Clearing this is the resident’s responsibility. Place snow on lawns or park strips, avoiding fire hydrants.

Fire Hydrants

Residents are responsible for clearing snow around fire hydrants near their property.

Mailboxes

Final snow removal near mailboxes is the resident’s responsibility to ensure access for postal services.

Trails and Parks

City crews will clear paved trails as time allows. Some unpaved trails may remain snow-covered for recreational use.

Contact Us

Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Monday - Friday

Phone: 801-446-5323

After hours/emergency: Option 2 for Streets/Stormwater

Email: publicworks@herriman.gov