The Michigan Department of Transportation is reminding residents and business owners along state highways to avoid shoveling or plowing snow from their driveways onto shoulders and roadways.
These actions are prohibited by the Michigan Motor Vehicle Code, which says, "The obstruction of safety vision by removal or deposit of snow, ice, or slush is prohibited."
"Snow or slush should be piled safely outside the roadway," said Jon Reincke, chief engineer of maintenance for MDOT. "Anyone who does not keep this area clear may be liable for any accidents that occur as a result of piles of snow on the shoulder or roadway."
MDOT also reminds residents to keep the areas around their mailboxes clear in order to assist in safe mail delivery. Keeping sidewalks and pathways clear also helps pedestrians reach transit stops.