Public Works

Mission Statement

Department of Public Works

The mission of Murray County Public Works Department is to provide the public with professional, efficient, and courteous service. The Public Works Department strives for a safe and pleasing travel environment while on our county's roadway system.

Responsibilities

The Murray County Public Works Department assumes primary responsibility for the following areas:

  • Drainage
  • Emergency service coordination
  • Grading
  • Mowing of rights of way (vegetation control)
  • Permits for driveways / tiles
  • Roadway maintenance for county roads
  • Shoulder work
  • Signage
  • Solid waste management (transfer sites)
  • Livestock burial
  • Striping