I have called the State Highway person that handles pothole requests several times. They could care less about this safety hazard right in front of Mt. Hebron High School on Rt. 99. This is a good example of how unconcerned the State of Maryland is with the safety of bicycle riders on its roadways. I have had to let this issue go because it ruins my serenity every time I ride around this hole throughout the year.

After at least 15 phone calls and 11 months, some blacktop was dumped into this pothole last week which has already sunk back into the hole causing a bump again. At least the bump shouldn’t cause any more flat tires. I am not a happy tax payer.

The pothole should be repaired correctly or be put back to its prior condition. Either do something correctly or don't do it at all. Still an unhappy tax payer.

Dear Clkarner -

I have notified my contact at SHA of this ongoing situation, and I hope to have more information for you shortly. Thank you for your inquiry.

Sincerely,
Lisa Brightwell
Howard County Public Works

Sorry to have wasted everyone's time. Not sure what good this site is. At least it can let us know where some of the problems are on the roads that we bike ride. Happy bicycling!!!