If you see a pothole along a state road, be sure to report it.

Ron Young, district press officer for the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation Engineering District 5, said it is important that drivers report potholes so PennDOT knows where they need to fix."Callers are asked to be as specific as possible when reporting pothole locations," he said."For state routes, callers must report the county, municipality, street name, or preferably the state route (SR) number found on small, black-and-white signs posted along state roadways."Callers should also offer a description of any familiar landmarks that will help PennDOT find the problem area," he added.To report a pothole on a state road, motorists should call 1-800-FIX-ROAD (1-800-349-7623).This hotline can be used to report any maintenance concern on state roads."Once notified, PennDOT will work expeditiously to address concerns when weather permits; however, winter services remain the primary focus of maintenance crews at this time of year," Young said.He noted that potholes on local roads should be reported to municipalities.