Public Works Department

The Upper Providence Township Public Works Department, consists of six full-time employees:

  • Vince Roche - Roadmaster
    On August 12, 2025 Council promoted Vince to the position of Roadmaster to lead the team in improvement projects with the township. With over 20 years of experience in the Public Works Department, Vince brings a wealth of expertise and knowledge to the role.
  • Steve Barlow - Assistant Foreman
    Steve Barlow stared at the Township full-time in 2014 and was promoted to Assistant Foreman on August 12, 2025. He not only handles his regular duties but also serves as our building maintenance and fleet maintenance specialist.
  • Chris McCaw
    Chris began his journey with the Township in 2014 as a part-time employee, transitioning to full-time status six years ago. Having a young, strong, and hard worker like him on the team is invaluable.
  • Justin Fremont
    Justin started full-time with the Township in 2022.
  • Jason Pardoe
    Jason was hired in October 2024, is an experienced landscaper and also has electrical, HVAC knowledge as wells as plumbing and construction experience. 
  • Ryan France
    Ryan was also hired in October 2024, he has experience from working in another municipality.

Our Public Works Department employees consistently put in tremendous effort, often working extended hours, particularly during rain and snowstorms. The township is incredibly fortunate to have such dedicated and hardworking individuals on its team.

Some of the things the Public Works Department is called upon to do are:

  • Repair road surfaces
  • Install and maintain regulatory and street signs 
  • Maintain over 400 storm sewer inlets and replace miles of storm sewer pipes
  • Provide snow removal and salting on Township streets
  • Clear downed trees on Township streets
  • Provide park maintenance: mowing, removing trash, trailblazing, and installing/maintaining playground equipment
  • Maintain a fleet of 6 trucks and a loader backhoe
  • Clear out storm drains and inlets
  • Maintain three buildings belonging to the Township
  • Paint school crossings, no parking "X", stop sign lines, handicap parking, and Vascar lines for the police

Hours of Operation

Weekdays, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. During off-hours for an emergency that cannot wait until the next workday, call 911.

Non-Emergencies

If you have a non-emergency concern, please notify the department by filling out a Public Works form or calling 610-565-4944 ext. 107. 

Emergencies

Call the office of Upper Providence Township at 610-565-4944 Ext. 107 during weekdays between 7:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. 

After 4:30 p.m. weekdays or on weekends for an emergency (such as fallen trees or debris in roads) that cannot wait until the next workday, call 911.


State Roads, Township Roads, and Private Roads

State roads and township roads serve distinct roles within the transportation network, and their management, maintenance, and funding are typically handled by different levels of government.

State Roads - Contact PennDOT:

  • State roads are managed and maintained by the state government or a designated state department of transportation (DOT).
  • Responsibilities include road construction, repairs, snow removal, and traffic signals and signs.
  • The following roads in Upper Providence Township are State Roads. Please contact PennDOT either by calling 610-566-0972 or submitting a concern on its website should you have any problems with one of the roads. 
    • Baltimore Pike
    • Bishop Hollow Road
    • Crum Creek Road (south from State to Nether Providence Township line)
    • Kirk Lane
    • Manchester Ave. (except for 488 ft between bridge at Knowlton Rd. and the Nether Providence Township line)
    • N. Orange Street (Township Line to Kirk Lane)
    • S. Orange Street
    • Palmer's Mill Road
    • Providence Road
    • N. Ridley Creek Road
    • Rose Tree Road
    • State Road

Township Roads - Contact our Highway Department:

  • Managed and maintained by the township's Highway Department and its subcontractors.
  • Responsibilities include road repairs, local signage, and minor construction projects.

Private Roads 

Private roads are roadways that are not maintained or owned by public authorities, such as local, state, or federal governments. Instead, they are owned, maintained, and managed by individuals, homeowners' associations (HOAs), private companies, or other private entities. 

The installation of traffic lights, speed bumps, and stop signs—commonly known as regulatory traffic devices—is typically governed by local or state laws and regulations, depending on whether the road is a state or township road.  The process often involves a series of evaluations, approvals, and guidelines to ensure that such measures are necessary and beneficial for traffic control and safety.

Stop signs are installed on roadways only when they meet specific engineering criteria established by PennDOT. For Township-owned roads, the Township Engineer needs to conduct a traffic study to determine if those criteria are met. 
Stop Sign requests for the purpose of merely slowing traffic do not meet stop sign criteria.

Storm Drains

Storm drains, also known as storm sewers or stormwater drains, are infrastructure systems designed to manage rainwater runoff and prevent flooding. 
The members of our Highway Department maintain many storm drains across Upper Providence Township and clean out clogged inlets, which prevent runoff from entering sewers. 

Storm Sewer System

Source: https://rocklandcce.org/stormwater-consortium-water-quality-education/why-keep-storm-drains-clean

HELP US TAKE CARE OF STORM DRAINS!
If you see a clogged inlet or drain on one of our township roads, please contact our Highway Department. 
For issues with the storm drains on a State Road, please contact PennDOT.  

clogged storm drain