CHICAGO— Today, Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago Department of Transportation are announcing a stepped-up pothole blitz repair effort this fall, deploying more than 30 crews on Saturday, October 3, for a second straight weekend repair blitz targeting streets in some of the city’s hardest-hit areas.
The ramped-up effort builds on CDOT’s year-round street maintenance work that has resulted in more than 330,000 potholes patched across Chicago so far in 2026.
“Together we’re wielding the levers of local government to meet the needs of our residents while building Chicago into the city that works for working people,” said Mayor Brandon Johnson. “Every pothole we fill makes our streets safer and more accessible for the people who rely on them every day.
This weekend, Chicagoans will see the full force of government at work, with crews working across the city to ensure we are preparing our streets for the winter months ahead.
I’m incredibly grateful for the CDOT crews and public servants who never waver in their dedication to improving the lives of their neighbors while building the Chicago we all deserve.”
Crews filled nearly 5,600 potholes in a single day last Saturday, the City expects to repair thousands more this weekend.
Crews will work to fill as many potholes as possible with a focus on addressing areas with the greatest need for repairs.
While winter is typically the busiest stretch of pothole season, with CDOT crews working seven days a week, repairs continue throughout the year.
These fall blitzes put additional crews on the street to proactively address outstanding repair needs.
“CDOT is working hard to deliver the quality-of-life improvements that residents count on, from filling potholes to resurfacing neighborhood streets,” saidCDOT Commissioner William Cheaks.“We know street conditions matter to everyone who travels through our neighborhoods, and we’re making the most of the fall construction season to get this work done.
I want to thank our crews for their dedication and the hard work they put in every day to keep Chicago moving.”
Paving season also remains underway.
More than 100 miles of Chicago streets and alleys have been resurfaced this year, with crews continuing work this fall to deliver longer-lasting roadway improvements across the city.
Residents can report potholes by calling 311, using the CHI311 app or visiting311.chicago.gov. Drivers are reminded to slow down and use caution around crews working in streets and alleys.