The Bedford Highway (Route 2) between Halifax and Bedford is a major commute corridor, and it takes serious potholes — especially near Highway 102 interchange and the Sackville border.
These roads have mixed jurisdiction: some sections are HRM, some are Nova Scotia.
Who Fixes What?
Sections within HRM boundaries: (most of Bedford Highway): Report to HRM 311
Highway 102 onramps: Report to Nova Scotia Public Works
Segments near provincial borders: Check with HRM first; they'll redirect if needed
How to Report Pothole on Bedford Highway
Report on SolveHFX — we automatically route to the right authority.
Direct options:
HRM 311: [311.halifax.ca](https://311.halifax.ca) or call 311
NS Public Works: TPWPAFF@novascotia.ca (for provincial sections)
Worst Pothole Areas on Bedford Highway
Near Exit 2 (102 interchange): High-stress area, frequent freeze damage
Between Sackville and Exit 4: Long stretches between maintenance passes
Underpass areas: Water pooling causes damage
Near the Sackville border: Low-priority residential section
What Gets Priority
Because it's a commute corridor:
Safety hazards: (large, deep potholes causing accidents): 1-2 weeks
Multiple potholes in sequence: 2-3 weeks
General wear: 4+ weeks
Report during spring pothole season (March-May) for fastest action.
Pro Tips
1. Mention if you're a commuter: "This is my daily commute and I've hit this pothole 3 times" gets attention
2. Report the worst ones first: Focus on deep, trip-inducing potholes, not minor surface cracks
3. Include the direction: "Bedford Highway westbound, 100m before Exit 2"
4. Note the traffic volume: "This is during rush hour, affecting hundreds of drivers"
Report potholes now — safe commutes depend on reporting.