Owensboro Launches Annual 'Pothole Blitz' Campaign

City crews ask residents to report trouble spots after winter weather damage

Apr. 13, 2026 at 10:03pm

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

A brightly colored, high-contrast silkscreen print of a traffic cone repeated in a tight grid pattern, conceptually representing the city's road repair efforts.Owensboro's annual 'pothole blitz' campaign aims to quickly identify and repair road damage before it worsens, keeping the city's streets safe and well-maintained.Owensboro Today

The Public Works department in Owensboro, Kentucky is kicking off its yearly 'pothole blitz' initiative, calling on the community to help identify cracks and potholes on city streets that were left behind by the winter freeze-thaw cycles. Residents can report problem areas to the city, and crews will begin repairing the issues the following week, with patching scheduled from April 20 through May 1.

Why it matters

Potholes and road damage can pose serious safety hazards for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians, and can also lead to costly vehicle repairs. By proactively addressing these issues, the city of Owensboro is working to maintain the quality of its roads and infrastructure, which is crucial for supporting local transportation and commerce.

The details

The 'pothole blitz' campaign allows Owensboro residents to report problem areas to the city via email, phone, or an online form. Deputy Director Kevin Derossitt notes that the city will also address potholes on state-maintained roads like KY-431, Frederica Street, Parrish Avenue, and Carter Road, forwarding those issues to the appropriate state agencies.

  • The 'pothole blitz' campaign kicked off this week in Owensboro.
  • Crews will begin repairing reported potholes the week following the initial announcement.
  • Patching work is scheduled to take place from April 20 through May 1.

The players

Kevin Derossitt

Deputy Director of the Owensboro Public Works department.

Got photos? Submit your photos here. ›

What they’re saying

“Every year is good feedback. A lot of them don't realize that there's a lot of state reps that went through Owensboro. 431, Fredica, Parrish, Carter - those are maintained by the state, but if you send them to us, we'll get them we sent it to them and they will fill them for us.”

— Kevin Derossitt, Deputy Director, Owensboro Public Works

What’s next

Owensboro residents are encouraged to continue reporting potholes and road damage to the city over the next several weeks, as crews work to address the issues identified during the 'pothole blitz' campaign.

The takeaway

The annual 'pothole blitz' in Owensboro demonstrates the city's commitment to maintaining its roads and infrastructure, and its willingness to collaborate with the community to identify and resolve issues. By proactively addressing these problems, Owensboro is helping to ensure the safety and accessibility of its transportation network.