Potholes in Sainte-Catherine-de-la-Jacques-Cartier, QC
Population 8,442 · Quebec
This page shows pothole reports submitted in Sainte-Catherine-de-la-Jacques-Cartier, Quebec. 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 Sainte-Catherine-de-la-Jacques-Cartier?
It depends on the road. Municipal streets are handled by the Division transports des Services techniques at town hall. Provincial routes like Route 367 fall under the Ministère des Transports et de la Mobilité durable du Québec, so the municipality can't fix those even if they wanted to.
Does Sainte-Catherine-de-la-Jacques-Cartier have a 311 service?
No. The town doesn't have a 311 line. To report a road problem on a municipal street, contact the Division transports directly at 418 875-2758, poste 501, or send an email to info@villescjc.com.
When is pothole season worst in Sainte-Catherine-de-la-Jacques-Cartier?
Late February through April is typically the roughest stretch. That's when temperatures swing back and forth around the freezing point repeatedly, which is the main thing that turns small cracks into full potholes. Roads that handled a cold winter reasonably well can deteriorate quickly once the thaw-freeze-thaw cycle kicks in.
How do I claim damages from a pothole in Quebec?
For a municipal road, you'd file a written claim with the municipality, and the town has a deadline to respond under Quebec's Cities and Towns Act. For a provincial road, the claim goes to the Ministère des Transports. In both cases, document everything: photos of the pothole, photos of the damage, and the date. A public report on RoadRot with a timestamp can help support your record.
Does RoadRot automatically send my report to the town?
No. RoadRot is a public map, not a municipal ticketing system. When you pin a pothole, it becomes visible to other drivers who can confirm it, which builds a public record of the problem. If you want to contact the town or your provincial rep, RoadRot's email-your-rep tool helps you do that directly, but you're the one sending the message.