Putnam Valley Highway Department: Spring Update and Ongoing Road Improvements

As we transition out of winter, the Putnam Valley Highway Department continues to stay active across town, addressing seasonal damage and preparing for upcoming projects. With warmer weather on the horizon, crews have already begun a wide range of improvements to ensure safer and smoother travel for residents.

Over the past several weeks, the department has reinforced approximately 500 feet of ditch line along Indian Hill Road using pad rock gravel to help prevent vehicles from veering off the roadway. On Wood Street, an additional 200 feet of 12-inch pipe has been installed alongside similar gravel reinforcement to improve drainage and road stability.

Crews have also been actively repairing dirt roads throughout town and restoring lawns and intersections impacted during winter snow removal operations. Cold patching efforts are underway, and the department is preparing for the upcoming paving season. A meeting with the Town’s blacktop contractor is scheduled for next week, after which the paving list will be finalized. Pending the approval of the New York State budget and potential funding increases, paving is expected to begin in late June through early July.

Additional roadside work includes the removal and reduction of ledge rock along various roadways. This effort will not only improve plowing conditions in the winter months but also enhance driver safety and visibility in key areas.

Several infrastructure projects are also moving forward. The Brookfalls Road culvert project remains in the bidding phase, while work on the Cimarron Road culvert is expected to begin soon. The Horton Hollow and New Hill culvert projects are currently in the design stage. Updates on timelines and progress will be shared with the community as they become available.

The department is also preparing to resume basin cleaning and repair operations once temperatures stabilize and conditions allow for safe equipment use.

Following discussions with Putnam County DPW, proposed changes to Adams Corners were evaluated but ultimately determined to be both unsafe and cost-prohibitive.

Residents are reminded that the Highway Department is available 24/7 to address concerns. For the most efficient response, residents are encouraged to contact the department directly rather than posting issues on social media.

To stay informed on ongoing work and updates, residents can follow the Town of Putnam Valley Highway Department on Facebook.

For assistance or to report an issue, please contact the Highway Department at 845-526-3333, or reach out via email at skeeler@putnamvalley.gov.