Traveling to work each day is always a challenge. With traffic, snow, slush and deteriorating roadways, vehicles are constantly challenged and plagued by the growing number of potholes on our highways.
Last summer, an enormous effort by New York State and Nassau County focused attention on our disintegrating roads. So, when I was recently driving on the LIE, I was amazed and aghast that this newly paved egress was home to a gigantic pothole that almost swallowed my subcompact.
I decided to call Nassau County’s Department of Public Works. They promptly transferred me to the Highway Department at 516-571-6900. I then learned that ramp potholes are handled by the state.
Next, I was given the state number, 631-904-3054, and spoke with Michelle, who was extremely knowledgeable about the highway system. I decided to share all of the locations where huge craters have blossomed and attacked my cars. Michelle was a pro, and worked with me to figure out the correct roadway and direction.
As of today, the big hole has been successfully filled.
Elizabeth Johnson
