Potholes in Coquitlam, BC

Population 148,625 · British Columbia

This page shows pothole reports submitted in Coquitlam, British Columbia. RoadRot is a free, independent platform — anyone can report a pothole, and reports get forwarded to the responsible municipality.

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Why Coquitlam gets potholes

Coquitlam sits at the base of the Coast Mountains, which means winter temperatures fluctuate around the freezing point more than in central Metro Vancouver. Daytime melt followed by overnight refreeze is a regular pattern, and higher neighbourhoods like Burke Mountain and Westwood Plateau tend to get colder overnight temps and heavier snowfall than the flats below. That repeated freeze-thaw cycle is the main reason roads crack and heave, and shaded, tree-lined streets can hold ice long after sunny stretches have cleared.

How to report potholes in Coquitlam

For potholes on city-maintained streets, contact Coquitlam's Engineering and Public Works department by email at epw@coquitlam.ca (weekdays, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) or by phone at 604-927-3500 (24/7). The city's official street maintenance page is at coquitlam.ca/188/Street-Maintenance-Concerns. If the pothole is on Lougheed Highway or another provincial road, that's Mainroad Lower Mainland's responsibility, not the city's; call them at 604-271-0337 any time. RoadRot doesn't forward anything automatically, but pinning a report here puts it on a public map where neighbours can confirm it, and you can use the built-in email tool to send a complaint directly to your local or provincial rep yourself.
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Common questions

Who is responsible for fixing potholes in Coquitlam?

It depends on the road. City streets are handled by Coquitlam's Engineering and Public Works department, reachable at 604-927-3500 or epw@coquitlam.ca. Provincial routes like Lougheed Highway are maintained by Mainroad Lower Mainland under contract with the BC Ministry of Transportation, so those complaints go to Mainroad at 604-271-0337.

Does Coquitlam have a 311 service for pothole reports?

No dedicated 311 line was found for Coquitlam. Your best bet for city road issues is the Engineering and Public Works customer service line at 604-927-3500, which operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week. For provincial highway problems, call Mainroad Lower Mainland directly.

What's the worst time of year for potholes in Coquitlam?

Late winter into early spring, when temperatures have been bouncing around the freezing point repeatedly all season. Water gets into road cracks, freezes, expands, and then the pavement breaks apart once things warm up. Higher-elevation areas like Westwood Plateau and Burke Mountain tend to see more of this than lower neighbourhoods closer to the Fraser.

How do I claim vehicle damage caused by a pothole in British Columbia?

You can file a claim through ICBC if your vehicle is damaged by a road hazard, but you'll generally need to show the road authority was aware of the problem and failed to act. Document the pothole with photos, note the exact location and date, and report it to the responsible authority right away. Keeping a RoadRot report as a timestamped public record can help support your case.

How does RoadRot work for Coquitlam roads?

Anyone can drop a pin on the RoadRot map for a pothole they've found, rate how bad it is, and optionally add a photo. Other drivers can confirm the same report, which raises its visibility. There's also an email-your-rep tool built in, so you can send a complaint about a specific pothole to your city councillor or provincial representative directly from the report. RoadRot doesn't contact the city or 311 on your behalf; it gives you the tools and you pull the trigger.

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