Baltimore Mayor Warns of Pothole Season, Urges 311 Reporting

Scott says city agencies are on alert to address road damage from weather changes.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott has warned residents that pothole season is here, with the warmer weather causing craters to open up on city streets. Scott is urging residents to report any potholes they see by calling the city's 311 hotline, rather than contacting his office directly. The mayor says he has instructed the Baltimore City Department of Transportation to be on the lookout for potholes and address them quickly.

Why it matters

Potholes can cause significant damage to vehicles, including alignment issues, flat tires, and other problems. Reporting potholes through the 311 system allows the city to track and address the problem areas more efficiently.

The details

According to Mayor Scott, the changes in weather, including the application of salt on roads during the winter, contribute to the formation of potholes. He is asking residents to report any potholes they see through the 311 system, rather than contacting his office directly, so that the city can hold agencies accountable for addressing the issue.

  • As the weather has warmed up, pothole season has arrived in Baltimore.

The players

Brandon Scott

The mayor of Baltimore, who is warning residents about the arrival of pothole season and urging them to report any issues through the city's 311 system.

Baltimore City Department of Transportation

The city agency that is responsible for addressing potholes and other road maintenance issues in Baltimore.

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What they’re saying

“We just ask everybody to put it into 311 so that we can get these addressed. That's the way I can hold these agencies accountable.”

— Brandon Scott, Mayor of Baltimore (wbal.com)

What’s next

The Baltimore City Department of Transportation will be working to identify and repair potholes throughout the city in the coming weeks and months.

The takeaway

Reporting potholes through the 311 system is the best way for Baltimore residents to ensure that the city's road maintenance agencies are held accountable for addressing the problem and keeping the city's streets in good condition.