Technical Services Department
Winter Maintenance
Priorities
| Priority | Target Completion Time |
|---|---|
| P1 | 7.30 am |
| P2 | 8.30 am |
| P3 | 9.30 am |
| P4 | 10.30am |
| P5 | On request |
Snow Clearance and Gritting Schedules
Comhairle nan Eilean Siar as Roads Authority for the Western Isles endeavour to maintain the public road network in a condition that allows safe movement of traffic in winter conditions.
The Comhairle has over the years developed a
Winter Maintenance Policy to enable them to manage how the service is delivered.
The policy details road priorities and target times for gritting. It should be noted that in the event of adverse conditions treatment may be delayed. Remember roads may not be free of ice or snow even after treatment.
IF YOU WISH TO SEE THE DETAIL OF ROADS IN YOUR AREA CLICK ON THE MAP IN YOUR AREA.
'Clisham' Road Camera
As part of their winter operations the Comhairle maintain a camera on the “Clisham” near Maaruig road end. The camera provides images of the road and is updated every 10 minutes. [ Latest Camera Pictures ].
Drivers should be aware the camera does not provide information on the surface state and ice could be present.
(The information provided here is intended to be a useful information source for all road users.
The road data and the live eye view from road side cameras should be used in conjunction with advice
from Traffic Scotland and the police before deciding to travel.)
