Benton County Roads – Adopt-A-Road Program

Administrative Policy

Benton County recognizes that numerous individuals and organizations in the County would like to adopt-a-road and maintain the appearance of a particular road. It is the desire of the County to accommodate and cooperate with these individuals and organizations, and to recognize the groups for their efforts by erecting a sign at each end of the work area.

Application for a permit need to be obtained, filled out, and returned to Benton County Public Works Department. No work should be started until after a copy of the signed application has been given to the permittee. No fees are required for processing the application or issuing the permit.

All applicants must be at least 21 years of age and sign a Liability Release. If an applicant refuses to sign, the permit will be denied without further consideration. The applicant will be informed of the denial by the Benton County Public Works Department representative.

Adopt-a-Road Program Procedures

• 1. Blank permit application obtained in person from Benton County Public Works Department or downloaded from link below.
• 2. Applicant discusses location, details, etc. with Public Works Director or his designee.
  • a. Name of road, particular section, and any special conditions.
• 3. Applicant returns permit to Benton County Public Works Department for final review by:
  • a. Safety Officer
  • b. Public Works Director
• 4. Applicant is contacted. Any changes are gone over with applicant and a copy of permit is given to applicant.

Adopt-a-Road Application

Download the Adopt-a-Road information and application packet (PDF, 14 pages)

To arrange implementation of the application or to get further information, please contact Laurie Starha of Benton County Public Works at 541-766-6002.

See a map (PDF) of the Adopt-a-Road area.