The Wellesley Department of Public Works (DPW) is responsible for a wide range of services that keeps the town running smoothly. Services include:
- Infrastructure maintenance: The Highway Division of the DPW maintains roads, bridges, sidewalks, street signs, and all surface and subsurface drainage systems to provide for safe vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
- Water and sewer services: The Water and Sewer Division of the DPW provides clean water to residents and businesses, and collects and treats wastewater.
- Solid waste management: Trash and recyclables are brought by residents to the Recycling and Disposal Facility. (The town does not have a curbside collection program.)
- Parks and recreation: The Park and Tree Division of the DPW maintains parks, playgrounds, conservation land, and other open spaces.
DPW updates
Leak detection testing program, summer 2024
The Wellesley Water and Sewer Department is conducting routine leak detection testing on our town’s water distribution system. Two contracted professionals will be riding E-bikes and stopping at various hydrants throughout town to perform these tests.
This testing is part of our ongoing efforts to maintain the integrity of our water supply system and ensure that any potential leaks are identified and repaired promptly. The testing will take place over an extended period of time, as thorough testing is essential. The individuals will be wearing identification and are authorized by the Wellesley Water and Sewer Department to carry out these inspections.
For any questions or concerns, please contact the Wellesley Water and Sewer Department
(781) 235-7600 ext. 3355
Work on crosswalks begins Sept. 3, 2024
Department of Public Works (DPW) Highway crews will replace the brick-like crosswalks at the Washington and Church Street intersection in Wellesley Square beginning on Tuesday, September 3.
The current crosswalks are rough and create noise when vehicles pass over them. The bricks, which are actually painted concrete pavers, will be removed and replaced with a smooth surface and a new design stamped on them at a later date.
Due to the complexity of this project and heavy traffic volume at this intersection, the work will impact drivers, business owners, and residents. Expected disruptions include noise, traffic detours or delays, and limited parking in the area.
Work will take place during the daytime on Monday through Saturday between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Night work is planned for Friday, September 6 and Saturday, September 7 between 9:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.
The crosswalks will be divided into thirds or quarters to allow two lanes of traffic to pass through while the work is taking place. Wellesley Police Department officers will be onsite to help direct traffic.
The work is expected to be completed in three weeks, weather permitting.
Similar crosswalk work has been done on Linden Street.
For questions or concerns during this construction, please contact the Highway Division at 781-235-7600 ext. 3325 or email dpw@wellesleyma.gov
Roadwork Continues July 22 – August 1, 2024
The Department of Public Works will continue summer roadwork beginning on Monday, July 22 and continuing through August 1, 2024
Paving crews are scheduled for the following streets starting on July 22, weather permitting: Pond Road, Cedar Street (from Hunnewell Street to the town line), Harvard Street, Summit Road, and Dewing Path.
Please note: Forest Street will be paved during the overnight hours beginning at 7pm on Monday night and ending at 8am on Tuesday morning. Detours will be in place overnight.
Other crews will continue with Phase 2 of the cape sealing work that began earlier this month. This work involves micro-surfacing, which seals road where asphalt and stone chips were applied a few weeks ago in Phase 1 of this project.
This material requires about an hour to set before cars can drive on the new surface. Homeowners have been notified by the DPW about this work.
The specific roads to be treated, weather permitting, are:
Baystate Road, Damien Road, Edmunds Road, Fairbanks Road, Fiske Road, Kipling Road, Saunders Terrace, Tennyson Road, Beechwood Terrace, Berkley Road Garrison Road, Leewood Road, Nobscot Road, Shirley Road, Avon Road, Carlton Road, Elliot Street, Middlesex Road, Solon Street, Woodbine Road, Clifford Street, Cottonwood Road, Swarthmore Road, Wilson Street, and Berkshire
Questions? Please contact the DPW Highway Division at 781-235-7600 ext. 3325.