Worcester Department of Public Works and Parks – Worcester, MA

About the DPW and Parks

The Worcester Department of Public Works and Parks (DPW&P) is the agency responsible for the design, construction, and maintenance of the city’s public infrastructure. The facility at 24 Albany Street primarily functions as an operations center, housing the Water and Sewer Operations and street maintenance crews. This department ensures the delivery of safe drinking water, the management of wastewater, and the upkeep of city streets and parks.

Core Operations

From this location and the nearby administration building, the DPW coordinates essential city services:

• Water and Sewer: Maintenance of water mains, hydrants, and the sewer system to prevent disruptions and flooding.
• Streets and Sanitation: Pothole repair, street sweeping, snow plowing, and trash/recycling collection management.
• Parks and Forestry: Maintenance of public parks, forestry services, and tree planting.

Emergency Services

The 24 Albany Street location is critical for the department’s emergency response capabilities. It serves as a dispatch point for crews responding to water main breaks, sewer backups, and severe weather events like snowstorms. Residents reporting infrastructure emergencies are often serviced by crews deployed from this yard.