Bishop Public Works: Snow in Bishop

Public Works News Release
Reminder About Snow in Bishop

The possibility of snow is forecast over the next week in the Bishop area and the City of Bishop Department of Public Works reminds residents and visitors to be prepared for snow on city streets and sidewalks.

Residents and businesses should clear snow from public sidewalks at their homes and businesses as soon as possible during and after snow. Clearing snow from sidewalks is especially important in areas that stay shaded from the low winter sun. If the snow is not cleared immediately, it can partially melt, then freeze and remain slippery for a long time. State law and city policy make the maintenance of sidewalks, including snow removal, the responsibility of the adjacent property.

When chains are required on Bishop-area highways, they should be also be used on Bishop city streets. Chain requirements for state highways are available from Caltrans including by dialing 511 from any phone. Since both Highway 168 and Highway 395 are long routes, care is needed to ensure the chain requirements for the portions of those highways in Bishop are noted.

Please help keep Bishop as safe and convenient as possible when it snows. Use snow tires or chains as appropriate when driving on city streets and immediately clear snow from sidewalks at your home or business. Your assistance is appreciated.

For more information contact City of Bishop Public Works at
[email protected] or 760-873-8458.

(From City of Bishop Department of Public Works)

0 0 votes
News Article Rating
Subscribe
Notify of
guest

0 Comments
Inline Feedbacks
View all comments

Related Articles

Back to top button
Close

Adblock Detected

We make money by selling ads to out platform. Please show the advertisements so we can keep the website free to you. Support local news.