Snow Removal Protocol

The Deerfield Township Roads Superintendent monitors the roads and temperatures closely so we can respond quickly when the snow starts to stick to the pavement. When the roads begin to cover and it continues to snow, we call in the drivers and begin our snow removal operations.

Drivers can be called out by either the Deerfield Township Roads Supervisor, Warren County Dispatch, or Deerfield Township Police Department.

Trucks usually begin to roll approximately ½ hour after call out.

Main roadfills and overpasses get first priority followed by secondary roads and cul-de-sacs.

Snow Emergencies must be declared by Warren County Engineers Office.

Rule of Thumb for Removal Method

Less than 2 inches – Salt Only

Over 2 inches – Plows and Salt

Responsibility

The State of Ohio is responsible for all States Routes and Interstates (i.e. Interstate 71, 3C Highway, State Route 22/3, Highway 741)

Warren County (i.e. Columbia Road, Snider Road, Butler/Warren Road)

Deerfield Township has responsibility for the subdivision streets, or the streets that feed onto the main roads which equates to over 100 lane miles and over 2000 cul-de-sacs.

Deerfield Township uses 8 large and 2 small trucks to spread salt and clean our roadways. Salt has seen widespread use since the 1960s and is the most available and cost effective material currently available. When salt is applied to snow or ice it dissolves, creating a brine (salt solution) that has a lower freezing temperature than the surrounding snow and ice. This keeps the snow and ice from forming a bond with the pavement and causes the snow and ice to melt. Salt remains effective to 20 degrees Fahrenheit. When temperatures drop to below 20 degrees, we apply a liquid calcium chloride solution to the salt as it is applied to the road. This lowers the effective working temperature to -25 degrees Fahrenheit.

How can you help?

If possible, wait until the plow has gone by before you shovel your drive apron. Some of the snow sloughs off the side of the plow blade and can end up at the end of your drive. This is unavoidable in most cases. When you shovel your apron, pile the snow to the right of your driveway.

Please don't throw, plow, or blow your snow into our street after it has been plowed. This can create a hazard and we may not be able to return to clean it up.

Please do not drive up too closely to the rear of the salt trucks, if the driver must back-up, he will not be able to see you if you are directly behind him. 

Contact Information (Emergency / Non-Emergency)

Business Hours 513.701.6958.