Posts Tagged ‘Worcester County Public Works’
Residential Structure Fire In Eden, MD Under Investigation
The cause of a residential structure fire in Eden, Maryland is under investigation. According to the Worcester County Fire Marshal’s Office, yesterday, April 15th at shortly after 2 p.m., Worcester County Emergency Services received a 911 call about a structure fire at a property on McGrath Road. First responders found a fully involved fire with…
Read MorePublic Invited to Comment on West Ocean City Bicycle/Pedestrian Path Feasibility Study
Worcester County Public Works (WCPW) officials invite area residents and visitors to comment on a recently completed bicycle/pedestrian path feasibility study. The study addresses a proposal to develop a hiking and biking trail on MD Rt. 611 from US Rt. 50 to Assateague State Park. To view the study, visit www.co.worcester.md.us. Under Important Links, click…
Read MoreUPDATED: SPECIAL NOTICE: Emergency Water Conservation Measures LIFTED in Riddle Farm & South Ocean Pines
UPDATED – 06/24/24 – The emergency water conservation measures for the Riddle Farm and South Ocean Pines have been lifted. Residents and visitors are now able to resume all indoor and outdoor water activities. Public Works officials say that crews repaired electrical issues for two well pumps over the weekend and corrected an issue with…
Read MoreChristmas Tree Recycle Programs Get Underway
The time will come to say goodbye to your natural Christmas tree. The Delaware Department of Natural Resources says it can be tree-cycled. Real trees can be regifted to the environment at several yard waste recycling facilities across the state. According to DNREC, more than 158,000 tons of yard waste – including grass, leaves, brush,…
Read MoreOcean Pines Fire Hydrant Flushing 10/4 – 10/22
Worcester County Public Works will begin fire hydrant flushing activities in Ocean Pines this October and moving through the various sections. “Routine flushing of the water system helps to reduce the frequency of discolored water,” Public Works Director Dallas Baker said. “Public Works crews open and close the hydrants, flushing out the built-up iron deposits.…
Read More6-Month Bridge Replacement Project Starts Monday
Motorists in Worcester County will encounter a detour for replacement of the Bayside Road Bridge, on the bay east of Snow Hill.The current timber-beam bridge is being closed as of Monday. Local detour routes will add a few minutes to the commute. Worcester County Public Works says the project is expected to take about six…
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