Public Works

DPW Administration

  1. Water Main Flushing in West Andover Beginning Week of April 6

    Beginning the week of April 6 and continuing through July 10, the Town of Andover’s Department of Public Works will be conducting flushing of the water distribution system in West Andover.

  2. MassDOT Bridge Replacements

    View information about the I-495 Andover-Lawrence Bridge Replacements Project provided by the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT).

  3. About SSO Notifications

    Notifications to the public when sanitary Sewer discharge or overflow occurs and is released into our waters.
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Our Mission

To provide a responsive, well-planned, cost-effective capital and maintenance operation for all Town infrastructure. To provide for the enjoyment of the Town’s public parks, grounds, forestry, and Spring Grove Cemetery. To continuously improve the quality of life for the community by protecting our water resources and by providing safe drinking water, state-of-the-art disposal for our liquid and solid wastes, and safe travel on our roadways & sidewalks.
The Public Works divisions provide project planning and oversight for Town infrastructure construction projects, including roadways, sidewalks, water treatment and distribution, and sewer collection.  All Town-owned property and trees are cared for by Public Works' divisions in addition to the maintenance and perpetual care of Spring Grove Cemetery. Responsibilities also include overseeing trash and recycling collections, both curbside and special collections.   

Responsibilities

The Administration/Business Office is responsible for long-range planning, monitoring of the annual budget, and assisting Divisions with the Capital Improvement Program development. The Office also manages all personnel records, payroll, and the coordination of hiring processes for the Department. Responsibilities include the development and implementation of departmental policies and providing administrative support for all divisions. 

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