The Atlanta Department of Transportation (ATLDOT) has four (4) levels of readiness and response based on forecasted snow and ice weather conditions.

Level 4 − Temperature below freezing, but no precipitation

• ATLDOT staff and equipment (responding primarily to waterline breaks)

Level 3 − Temperature between 32-25 degrees and light precipitation (less than 1 inch)

• Priority I & II bridges and Priority I roads as needed

• ATLDOT staff and equipment (salt and/or brine). 

• For Level 3 conditions that are forecast to last longer than 72 hours, a Level 2 response may be implemented.  

• Assistance from DPW, DWM, and/or contractors as needed.

Level 2 − Temperatures between 25 and 20 degrees and medium precipitation (1 to 2 inches)

• Priority I & II bridges, Priority I roads, and Priority II bridges as needed

• DPW and Watershed staff and equipment (salt and/or brine).

• Assistance may be requested from Parks and Recreation to address any issues with trees and limbs.

• For Level 2 conditions that are forecast to last longer than 72 hours, a Level 1 response may be implemented.

• Assistance from contractors as needed.

Level 1 − Temperatures below 20 degrees and heavy precipitation (2 inches or greater)

• Priority I & II roads and bridges, Priority II roads and bridges as resources allow

• DPW, Watershed, and Parks staff and equipment (salt and/or brine). 

• Assistance from contractors as needed.

Enhanced Staffing − When the expected conditions do not meet the requirements for one of the four levels, deploying additional personnel and additional equipment for response efforts are arranged as needed.

NOTE:  Responses are prioritized as follows: 

• First Priority – Hospitals, public safety facilities, major thoroughfares, major bridges, and critical accesses.

• Second Priority – Minor thoroughfares and other designated routes.

• Third Priority – Residential and other local streets.