Potholes in St. Andrews, MB
Population 11,723 · Manitoba
This page shows pothole reports submitted in St. Andrews, Manitoba. RoadRot is a free, independent platform — anyone can report a pothole, and reports get forwarded to the responsible municipality.
Common questions
Who is responsible for fixing potholes in St. Andrews, MB?
It depends on the road. Municipal roads in St. Andrews are maintained by the RM of St. Andrews Public Works Department, reachable at 204-738-2076. Provincial roads through the area, like PR 230 and PR 238, are the responsibility of Manitoba Transportation and Infrastructure.
Does St. Andrews have a 311 pothole reporting line?
No. St. Andrews is a rural municipality and doesn't operate a 311 service. Your best bet for municipal road issues is to call the RM's Public Works Department directly at 204-738-2076 or submit a service request through rmofstandrews.com.
What's the worst time of year for potholes in St. Andrews?
Late winter through early spring, typically February to April. That's when temperatures swing back and forth around freezing, meltwater gets into the pavement base, and frost heave does its damage. The soft soil common to the Red River Valley makes the area more prone to this than some other parts of Canada.
Can I claim compensation for vehicle damage caused by a pothole in Manitoba?
You can try. For damage caused by a pothole on a municipal road, you'd file a claim with the RM of St. Andrews. For provincial highways, the claim would go to the Manitoba government. These claims are often denied on the grounds that the municipality had no prior notice of the defect, so having a documented report with a timestamp and photo, like one logged on RoadRot, can help establish that the problem was known.
How does RoadRot help with potholes in St. Andrews?
RoadRot is a public crowdsourced map where anyone can pin a pothole, rate how bad it is, and add a photo. Other drivers can confirm your report, which adds weight to it. If you want to escalate, the email-your-rep tool on each report helps you send a complaint directly to your municipal or provincial representative. RoadRot doesn't contact the RM or the province on your behalf, but public visibility and direct pressure on elected officials are often what actually moves things.