Public Works

Overview

The primary function of the Department of Public Works is to provide municipal services to residents, businesses, and visitors in Bedford. These services include snow and ice removal, stormwater drainage, water supply and distribution, sewage collection and pumping, vehicle fleet maintenance, maintenance and improvement of roads and public property, maintenance of Spring Brook Park, Shawsheen Cemetery, and the Old Burying Ground, and engineering services. The Department of Public Works is comprised of eight major divisions including Highway, Mechanical, Sewer, Water, Grounds, Refuse/Recycling, Engineering, and Administration.

Short Term - Upcoming Work

• Ledgewood Drive Water Main Replacement Project
  • Resident Notice - Sept 2023
  • Scope of Work Map (PDF)
• Annual Paving Program Updates
• Bedford School Bus Stop Information Page

Long Term - Ongoing Work

• North Road - Chelmsford Road Project
• Middlesex Turnpike Project

Information / Educational Materials

• Public Works Makes It Happen! YouTube Video