Highway maintenance

Problems with roads

Report a defect and view information on road maintenance.

Winter driving

Section including gritting routes and information for driving in the winter.

Weeds, grass, trees and hedges

Learn how we manage weeds, grass, trees, and hedges.

Flooding and drainage

Learn about flooding and drainage responsibilities and how they affect local communities.

Street lights

Information on street lights in Staffordshire.

Managing the highway

This section explains the size and features of our highway network and how we manage it.

The highway drainage system in Staffordshire is designed to take water away from the road surface, but even with a well-maintained system, problems can arise during periods of heavy or prolonged rainfall.

Highways Laboratory

The Highways Laboratory has been used for over 60 years, has a national reputation and is one of the few that remain under the control of a local authority.