Potholes in Saint-Apollinaire, QC

Population 7,968 · Quebec

This page shows pothole reports submitted in Saint-Apollinaire, Quebec. RoadRot is a free, independent platform — anyone can report a pothole, and reports get forwarded to the responsible municipality.

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Why Saint-Apollinaire gets potholes

Saint-Apollinaire sits in a humid continental climate where January lows average -11 °C and the annual temperature swing tops 30 °C. That gap is the engine behind Quebec's notorious freeze-thaw cycle: water gets into pavement cracks, freezes, expands, and breaks asphalt apart from the inside. Climate projections point toward more frequent days where temperatures hover right around zero, crossing the freezing mark multiple times, which is actually harder on roads than sustained deep cold because the damage cycle repeats more often.

How to report potholes in Saint-Apollinaire

Saint-Apollinaire doesn't have a 311 service. For municipal roads, your direct contact is the Service des travaux publics: call 418 881-3996, ext. 230 (Director Alex Lehoux-Arel) or email alex.lehoux-arel@st-apollinaire.com. For potholes on provincial roads like Route 273 or the Route 20 corridor, that's the Ministère des Transports du Québec's territory, and you can file a report through quebec511.info. RoadRot doesn't forward your report anywhere automatically, but it puts a public pin on the map that anyone can see and confirm, and the built-in email tool lets you send a message directly to your municipal or provincial representative with a few clicks.
Guides

Hit a pothole in Saint-Apollinaire and damaged your vehicle? Read the Quebec pothole damage claim guide — deadlines, where to file, and what evidence you need. New to RoadRot? See how to report a pothole.

Common questions

Who is responsible for fixing potholes in Saint-Apollinaire?

It depends on the road. Municipal streets are the responsibility of the Service des travaux publics. Provincial roads, including Route 273 and the Route 20 autoroute nearby, are maintained by the Ministère des Transports du Québec. If you're not sure which category a road falls into, the MTQ's website has maps of the provincial network.

Does Saint-Apollinaire have a 311 pothole reporting line?

No, 311 is a feature of larger Quebec cities like Quebec City or Montreal. In Saint-Apollinaire, the right call is directly to Public Works at 418 881-3996. There's no dedicated pothole app or standalone online form specific to the municipality, so phone or email is your best bet.

When is pothole season worst in Saint-Apollinaire?

Late winter into early spring is the rough stretch, typically February through April, when the ground starts thawing unevenly and freeze-thaw cycles hit most frequently. Roads that were stressed all winter tend to crack and heave once temperatures start climbing, so that's when you'll see the most new damage appear.

Can I make a damage claim for a pothole in Saint-Apollinaire?

You can submit a claim to the municipality if the damage happened on a municipal road, but Quebec municipalities can sometimes invoke the "notice of defect" defence if they weren't aware of the problem. Documenting the pothole with photos, noting the date, and having a public record like a RoadRot pin can support your case by establishing when the hazard was visible.

What does RoadRot do with pothole reports in Saint-Apollinaire?

RoadRot puts your report on a public map where other drivers can see it and add confirmations. It doesn't automatically send anything to the municipality or contact Public Works on your behalf. What it does offer is an email-your-rep tool that lets you manually send a complaint to your municipal or provincial representative directly from the report.

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