Snow Removal Priorities and Safety
Douglas County is responsible for snow removal in the unincorporated areas of Douglas County, including plowing roads and neighborhoods in Highlands Ranch.
Because every snowstorm is different – temperature, moisture content, wind velocity, and storm duration, etc. – we implement a snow removal plan unique to each storm. The primary focus is always on public safety. Plows will be out until all roads are plowed.
Douglas County is responsible for snow removal in the unincorporated areas of Douglas County, including plowing roads and neighborhoods in Highlands Ranch.
Snow and ice on sidewalks create a dangerous situation — for all ages, but especially for children, the elderly, and persons with disabilities who are more susceptible to injury.
View answers to the most common questions about snow removal in unincorporated Douglas County.
The Snow Removal and Route Priority map provide information about Douglas County's snow removal network and priority schedule. Instructions: In the upper right, click on Map Gallery and scroll to Snow Removal Route Priority, enter your address on the left-hand side. Zoom in on a location to view route priority.
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