Winter Road Maintenance

Snow removal operations are triggered based on accumulation levels:

• Standard Response:
• Loose snowfall of more than 100 mm
• Compacted snow depth of 100 mm or more
• Heavy Snowfall Event:
• Loose snowfall of more than 200 mm
• Focus will be on clearing driving lanes first, with snow pushed to the curb lane (windrows)
• Windrows are removed after all priority roads and lanes are cleared
• Contracted services will support cleanup during major snow events

• Snow Day Removal signs are posted at least 24 hours in advance of operations in a specific area.
• Sign placement, location, date, and time are recorded by the Operations Department.
• Notices are shared on the Town of Westlock website and Facebook page.

When No Parking signs are posted, all vehicles must be removed from the road by 12:00 a.m. until the snow removal operation is complete.

Snow removal is completed in four priority levels:

• Priority 1: Emergency routes and highway intersections
• Priority 2: Downtown Business District and School Zones
• Priority 3: Collector roads
• Priority 4: Local residential roads

We use a zone rotation system to ensure fairness. Zones cleared first during one event will rotate to be cleared later in the next event.

To keep our community safe and mobile during winter:

• Clear sidewalks adjacent to your property within 24 hours after snowfall.
• Keep vehicles off the road when Snow Day Removal signs are posted.
• Do not push or blow snow onto public roads or sidewalks.
• Report uncleared sidewalks using the Report a Concern tool.

Working together helps ensure everyone can access schools, healthcare, and essential services safely.

• Transportation alerts, maps, and schedules will be shared through the Town’s communication channels.
• Sign up for the Westlock Regional Notification System to receive real-time alerts by text, email, or phone.