Ask Us: Who installs and maintains street light poles in Huntsville? and The Huntsville Times By and The Huntsville Times The Huntsville Times
on May 31, 2010 at 6:31 AM
Leaning street light pole on Hobbs Road.jpgLeaning street light pole on Hobbs Road.

Q: Who is responsible for installing and maintaining street light poles in Huntsville? There is one on the north side of Hobbs Road that is leaning dangerously over the street. How bad do they have to be before somebody does something about it?

A: According to Huntsville Utilities spokesman Bill Yell, street light poles in Huntsville are installed by both Huntsville Utilities and by contractors working on road or subdivision projects.

Huntsville Utilities does provide maintenance for both the poles and lights. 
Survey crews determine required maintenance to the street light system, but because of constant damage from vehicles and storms, Huntsville Utilities also relies on reports from the public concerning poles or lights that need repair or replacement.

When damaged poles are located or reported, Huntsville Utilities' crews will decide if the pole can be straightened or needs to be replaced.

