Adams County’s Snow & Ice Control Program is a crucial seasonal operation, taking priority over all other activities during storm events to keep our roads safe. This program, one of the most intensive programs offered by the Public Works department in terms of safety, cost, and labor. It involves not only plowing, but also applying liquid deicer before and after storms, and solid deicer and anti-skid materials during storms. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our dedicated Public Works professionals, whose commitment and personal sacrifices keep our roads safe, who often brave harsh conditions and long hours to serve the community. Their unwavering dedication exemplifies true public service, and we deeply appreciate all they do to support Adams County residents.
To ensure efficient snow removal, roads are assigned to four priority levels based on their classification, importance for emergency access, and traffic volume. For snowfalls over eight inches, all routes, including residential areas, will be served. View the priority map below to find designated routes. For more information, please contact the Public Works Department at 720.523.6875.
Priority Map Key
| Roadway Priority | Description |
| Emergency & Essential Routes | These main roads, usually on a one-mile grid, connect to essential services like medical centers, fire stations, and schools. They are cleared first in all snow events, with school routes prioritized before school start and end times. Mapped in red. |
| Neighborhood Connectors | These are key connector roads from neighborhoods to major routes. Cleared second in snow events, after Priority 1 roads, but may be plowed simultaneously when resources allow. Mapped in orange. |
| Known Icing Areas | These roads include specific areas with known icing risks, not already designated as a higher priority road, like hills or intersections. They are cleared third after the Emergency & Essential Routes and Neighborhood Connector roads are addressed. Mapped in blue. |
| Residential Streets | These local residential streets are plowed if snow accumulates to 8 inches or more. Mapped in green. |
For roadway emergencies, please call ADCOM at 303.288.1535 or dial 911. To report an issue outside of regular working hours for all unincorporated Adams County areas, please call 720.523.6875 and leave a message.
