Winter storms could increase potholes across Fort Worth. Here’s why
As areas of Fort Worth thaw from the winter storms, residents may see more potholes on city streets.
North Texas saw its warmest temperatures of the week on Wednesday afternoon, which helped melt snow and ice. That’s not to say that icy conditions do not remain; in fact, an 18-wheeler crashed early Wednesday and closed Texas 114 eastbound for a few hours.
There a few factors that create potholes, including traffic and weather. Throw wintry precipitation and freezing temperatures into the mix and that can be even more trouble.
Just how will this winter storm impact potholes in Fort Worth? Here’s what to know.
Will this winter storm cause potholes in Fort Worth?
Yes, according to the City of Fort Worth’s Transportation and Public Works Department Street Operations team.
The team is planning a weeklong effort in February to scout and fill potholes across the city, per a department spokesperson. The effort will utilize the entire pothole crew from Monday to Saturday in hopes of filling up to 100 potholes a day, including those reported by residents.
Before those efforts, crews will continue sanding operations around the city to treat roads this week.
How many potholes are filled per day by the city?
Around 80 to 100 per day, according to the city.
Typically, crews work to fill about 24,000 potholes per year. In 2025, the city’s Street Operations team topped this number with 25,698 pothole repairs.
Older areas of Fort Worth with asphalt roads are more prone to potholes, especially after winter weather.
Need to report a pothole?
The best way to report a pothole to the city is with the My Fort Worth (MyFW) app, which is available on the App Store and Google Play.
These pothole requests go directly to crews in the field and are the fastest way to report an issue, according to the city. Most potholes are filled within 48 hours of being reported.
Residents can also report potholes by calling the city’s 311 Call Center at 817-392-1234, or text 817-928-0311.
