Whitpain Township realizes the importance of snow removal to our residents and the traveling public. The Township utilizes a “Snow Management Plan” to safely clear all dedicated Township roadways as quickly and efficiently as possible. Based on traffic flow, roads are divided into main, collector and residential roads.

Our Goal is to have all Township roads clear within:

	10 to 14 hours for a 3 " to 6" snowfall
	14 to 18 hours for a 6" to 10" snowfall
	18 to 24 hours for a 10" to 16" snowfall after the snow has stopped falling.

With your cooperation, this plan will ensure the best use of time, Township resources, equipment and manpower during snow removal emergencies.

If you have any questions about the Township’s Snow Removal Plan, please call the Public Works Department at (610) 277-2400, Ext. 380

Whitpain Township Snow Management Plan

Professional Weather Services such as NOAA National Weather Service - Mt. Holly, NJ provide the Township with periodic reports that predict the impact of approaching storms on the Whitpain Township area.

This allows the Township to prepare in advance by notifying staff, readying plowing equipment and loading salt and anti-icers. The Township maintains standby crews all winter long that can be called to work after normal work hours, weekends and holidays.

Timing is critical with a winter storm. As the storm approaches, Township road crews begin applying liquid anti-icers and salt to all Snow Emergency Routes and Collector Roads. Then they salt hills, intersections and trouble spots on all dedicated Township Roadways.

Snow Plowing Begins, Snow Emergency Declared

	The Public Works Department begins plowing when it is determined that 3 inches of snow has accumulated on the roadways. Plowing is ineffective and inefficient for lesser snowfalls.
	With the start of plowing, the Township Director of Public Works, Chief of Police and the Chairman of the Board of Supervisors declare a snow emergency.
	During a Snow Emergency, parking is prohibited on all roads designated as Snow Emergency Routes and prohibited on all cul-de-sacs during a storm until the snow is cleared.
	Plowing crews are linked with the Township via two-way radio to assist police, fire and emergency personnel.

Plowing

	The Public Works Department plows 215 streets consisting of 65 miles of Township Roadways.
	The first priority is to clear all Snow Emergency Routes and Collector Streets. Crews then begin plowing residential streets and cul-de-sacs.
	Whitpain Township has 215 residential streets; we appreciate your patience while we make our rounds.
	Vehicles parked on Snow Emergency Routes will be towed at the owner’s expense.
	Trees must maintain a clearance of 12 feet near the curb line to allow plowing equipment to pass.
	Crews attempt to clear all streets to the curb-line during snow removal. This may not be possible for properties when branches hangover the street (providing a clearance less than 12 feet) or when trash cans, vehicles etc. obstruct plowing operations. Remember to make sure your mailbox is accessible by your postal courier to ensure uninterrupted mail delivery.

Remember:

	It is impossible to keep snow from being deposited in driveways and sidewalks. For safety and efficiency, plows cannot be lifted at driveways and sidewalks.
	Do not clear you driveway or sidewalks until plowing equipment HAS PASSED, or your hard work may be for nothing.
	Be sure to have new/fresh batteries on hand in case of a loss of power.
	When the weather report calls for snow, be sure to refill your prescriptions in advance of the storm.

Safety Tips

	Maintain a safe distance between snow removal equipment and your vehicle.
	Give plowing equipment the right-of-way whenever possible.
	Do not use high beams when driving behind equipment.

Snow Emergency Routes (Main Roads)

Union Meeting Road - Route 73 to Township Line Road (South)
Jolly Road - Unisys to Route 202
Arch Street Road - Township Line Road (South) to Jolly Road
Wentz Road - Jolly Road to Route 73
Yost Road - North Wales Road to Route 202
North Wales Road - Route 73 to Township Line Road (South)
Penllyn-Blue Bell Pike - Stenton Avenue to 
Township Line Road (South)
Narcissa Road - Township Line Road (South) to Route 73
Cathcart Road - Morris Road to Township Line Road (North)
Hoover Road - Union Meeting Road to Penllyn-Blue Bell Pike
Mt. Pleasant Avenue - Morris Road to Railroad Avenue
Township Line Road (South) - Narcissa Road to Butler Pike

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