Department of Transportation

The Department of Transportation works to keep people and traffic moving safely throughout the city. The department manages traffic operations, stormwater infrastructure, streets and sidewalk maintenance and Vision Zero initiatives to improve mobility, reduce flooding, and create a safer transportation system for residents and visitors.

Stormwater

Stormwater Services manages the community’s stormwater drainage system to help reduce flooding, protect local waterways, and support a safe and healthy environment. Learn more about stormwater management, drainage services, and resources available to our community.

Streets & Sidewalks

The dedicated Streets and Sidewalks Maintenance crews work year-round to keep our streets clean, safe, and accessible. Each year, crews sweep more than 10,000 miles of streets, improve more than 1,400 linear feet of sidewalk, and repair approximately 7,000 potholes. Learn more about street and sidewalk maintenance, repairs, and services available to our community.

Traffic Engineering

Traffic Engineering staff manage and maintain 254 traffic signals, more than 20,000 traffic signs, and pavement markings on City streets, helping create a safer and more organized transportation network. Learn more about traffic signals, signs, pavement markings, and other traffic engineering services.

Vision Zero

The City of Wilmington is committed to creating safer streets for everyone through Vision Zero, an international strategy adopted by the City in September 2025 to help prevent fatal and serious crashes. The Vision Zero team prioritizes the safety of pedestrians, bicyclists, transit riders, and other vulnerable road users through thoughtful planning, design, and transportation improvements.

Location

Email

dotquestions@wilmingtonnc.gov

Contact

General Inquiries
Email

Stormwater
910-341-4646

Streets
910-341-7879

Traffic
910-341-7888