Where Are the Worst Potholes in New Providence-Berkeley Heights?

Although the weather is warming up, winter is still reeking havoc on New Providence-Berkeley Heights in a way many would not expect: Potholes.

Potholes develop after water from snow and rain seeps into small cracks in the roadway surface, according to state highway officials. As temperatures drop, the water freezes and expands, making the cracks larger, eventually forming potholes. Heavy traffic, pavement age, vehicle weights, and snow and ice operations contribute to the problem.

After the seemingly never-ending winter, Patch asked readers to tell us where the worst potholes are in New Providence-Berkeley Heights. Here is a sample of some of the comments from New Providence-Berkeley Heights Patch readers:

• “All of Union Ave., Mountain Ave. to Springfield Ave. is riddled with potholes & very rough paving.”
  
• Interesection of Cross Way and Gallinson. Also the base of Countryside and Mountain Ave.”
  

To a report a pothole in Union County, an online form is available on the county’s Department of Public Works and Facilities Management site. Or call (908) 789-3660.

To report a pothole on a state highway, call the New Jersey Department of Transportation at 1-800-POTHOLE or fill out an online form at NJDOT’s website.

Do you agree with the above comments from New Providence-Berkeley Heights Patch readers? Or do you know of other pothole-riddled roads around New Providence-Berkeley Heights? Let us know in the comments below.