Potholes are a common problem during late winter and early spring, when water seeps into pavement cracks, freezes, and expands, causing the asphalt to break apart. As temperatures fluctuate, the damage can worsen quickly and form large holes in the roadway.

But take note, not all roads in Lakewood are maintained by the same agency. Depending on the road, responsibility for repairs may fall under the township, Ocean County, or the State of New Jersey.

How to Report a Pothole

Officials say reporting potholes is one of the fastest ways to get them repaired.

Lakewood Township Roads
Lakewood Department of Public Works: 732-905-3405
Lakewood Township Municipal Offices: 732-364-2500

Ocean County Roads
Ocean County Highway Department: 732-929-2101

New Jersey State Highways
NJ Department of Transportation Pothole Hotline: 1-800-POTHOLE (1-800-768-4653)

Motorists whose vehicles were damaged by a pothole are advised to document the damage and may file a report or claim with the agency responsible for maintaining that road.

Officials encourage residents to report potholes as soon as they are noticed so crews can repair them quickly and prevent additional damage to vehicles.

You can also list the potholes in the comments section below – which is monitored by local, county and state officials.