The War on Potholes Campaign continues to make strides, with teams achieving an impressive 84% pothole closure rate in the areas currently being attended to.

Launched on April 29, the campaign aims to fast-track repairs, patch potholes, and restore Midvaal’s roads to prime condition.

The municipality says visible progress has been made across several communities since the project started.

“Nearly a month into the campaign, municipal roads teams have made visible progress across several communities. Over the past two weeks, the majority of our teams have been deployed in Walkers Fruit Farms, Homestead Apple Orchards, Janteen, Meyerton Farms, and the Meyerton CBD.

“During the week ending May 10, teams conducted repair work on Centre Road, New Road, Foothill Road, Power Road, Plantation Road, Cross Road, South Road, Meyerton Road, Alma Road (Meyerton Farms), Johan Le Roux Road, Galloway Street, Donald Road, Bontebok Street, Service Lane, Reitz Street, Pierneef Boulevard, Carvalho Street, and Boet Kruger Street.”

According to MLM, over 1000 potholes were identified during this period, with 929 successfully repaired, covering more than 550 square metres of road surface. In the week ending May 17, repair teams continued work on Cross Road, South Road, Meyerton Road, Johan Le Roux Road, Galloway Street, Donald Road, 1st Road, 3rd Road, 6th Road, Seymour Road, and Saur Road.

During this period, 784 potholes were identified and 543 repaired. In Walkers Fruit Farms, teams addressed extensive stormwater and drainage challenges following recent heavy rainfall.

“The area remains waterlogged in parts, with water ponding and runoff affecting several roads and properties. To minimise further road deterioration and restore accessibility, teams prioritised earth drainage and stormwater management interventions before commencing with pothole repairs.”

Meanwhile, Development and Planning Teams conducted inspections to assess road damage, the impact of heavy-duty vehicles, and land-use compliance.

“Preliminary findings indicate a high concentration of industrial and commercial activity, placing pressure on municipal roads. The Municipality will engage affected businesses to explore partnerships aimed at protecting and preserving road infrastructure.”

MLM says the project will move to Meyerton Farms, while the appointed contractor begins work on Boundary Road.