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PHONE:
401-233-1034
FAX:
401-233-1075
LOCATION:
The Smithfield Department of Public Works is located at
3 Spragueville Road
, Smithfield, RI.
Map & Driving Directions
MAIL: 64 Farnum Pike,
Smithfield, RI 02917.
HOURS:
7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (Monday through Friday)
FUNCTION:
The Department of Public Works (DPW)
is charged with the responsibility of maintaining the towns
public rights of way and all infrastructure included within excepting
sanitary sewers. Thus,
traditional public works maintenance includes but is not limited to the
following: road reconstruction, resurfacing, crack filling, pot-holes;
curbs, bridges, culverts, drainage ditches; sedimentation, detention,
and retention basins; roadside mowing, brush, vegetative control and
forestry operations; street sweeping.
Weather related winter operations include snow and ice control
and seasonal operation of a sand screening plant. Environmental programs
include the operations of an
oil igloo, curbside yard waste and Christmas tree pick-up programs.
Other responsibilities include the installation of regulatory, warning,
and traffic guidance signs.
The fleet garage and town-wide gas pumps are also operated by
DPW.
Administrative operations include the direction of privatized sanitation
and recycling contracts in conjunction with State of
RI
landfill operations.
Recycling buckets may be obtained for a nominal fee at the
department. Various permits for physical alteration and road openings,
drilling and blasting, oversize moving, and others are also
administrated by the office. Street
light requests and billings are processed through this office as well.
Frequently Asked
Questions
click here for the Recycling &
Refuse page
Recycle and Trash Pickup Information
Road opening permit
available on the Forms page
When are snow parking bans in
effect? How are they
announced?
Parking bans are automatically in effect between November 1st and April
30th when snow and ice control operations are in effect. Bans are posted
on local television stations (Channels 6, 10, and 12). Also, you may
check with the Smithfield Police Department (231-2500) or the DPW
(233-1034).
How do I report a
street light out?
Report a problem with a street light directly
to the electric company, the National Grid, with the web-based form at:
https://www.nationalgridus.com/narragansett/account/forms/stl_outage.asp
You can report problems such as light out, light on during the day, dim
light, etc. Having the pole number is helpful. You will
receive an e-mail response to your request. You may also call the DPW office at 233-1034.
What if my mailbox is damaged
by a Town snow plow?
All reports of mailbox damage should be directed to the Department of
Public Works at 401.233.1034 or e-mail at dpw3@smithfieldri.com. The
department will dispatch a representative to verify any claims.
Mailboxes damaged by the Town, regardless of type, will be replaced with
a standard rural mailbox compliant with US Postal Service (USPS)
Standard 7, Mailboxes, City and Rural Curbside. Posts will be
either 1-1/2 galvanized, painted black iron or pressure treated 4 x4
wood. Wherever possible, the existing mailbox, if undamaged, will
be reused as will the existing post. Installation will be performed by
Town employees. Anyone who wishes to purchase their own
replacement and install same shall be reimbursed by the Town for up to
$25.00 with valid receipt(s).
Department Goals
1.
To maintain the highest quality Class A
paved roadways through Pavement Management Strategies.
2.
To maintain all drainage structures for storm water control.
3.
To maintain public safety during all snow and ice control events,
as well as weather emergencies (hurricanes, wind storms).
4.
To ensure public health and safety via weekly curbside sanitation
pick-up.
5.
To ensure environmental welfare via weekly curbside recycling
pick-up.
6. To comply with all applicable codes to
ensure public safety in the workplace.
7.
To enhance employee technical training and educational programs in
the workplace
8.
To continue to implement the Fleet Equipment Capital Improvement
Program.
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