Public Notice –West Ocean City Water Outage May 15 on E. Hopetown Lane, a section of W. Hopetown Lane, a section of Swordfish Drive, a section of Harbor Road, and all of Carmel Avenue, Oceanview Lane, and Abaco Lane
Snow Hill, Maryland - Effective immediately, Worcester County Fire Marshal Matthew Owens has issued a burn ban, and ALL outdoor burning is banned for an indefinite period of time in Worcester County.
"Due to the County's current dry conditions, low precipitation totals, and declining water table levels, the burn ban is effective immediately," Fire Marshal Owens said. "This ban should reduce the number of out-of-control outside fires, which cause safety concerns for area residents, visitors, and especially responding fire personnel."
Traffic Alert: WOC roadway milling and paving projects in early May in and around Lake Place, Riggin Ridge Road, Meadow Drive, Snug Harbor Road and the harbor area.
County Roads Division contractor Allan Myers will begin milling these county roads on or about Monday, May 4.
Repaving operations are expected to begin the following Monday, May 11.
Please note that all milling and paving schedules remain subject to weather conditions. Flaggers will be stationed throughout active work zones to safely guide motorists through affected areas.
May 7-8 Public Works Parking Lot to be Closed for Repaving
The parking lot serving the Public Works Administration building at 6113 Timmons Road in Snow Hill will be repaved Thursday-Friday, May 7-8, weather permitting. During this time, the office will be closed to the public for safety reasons.
Staff will remain available by phone and email, and appointments can be arranged at an alternate location by calling 410-632-5623.
Normal operations will resume Monday, May 11, at 7:30 a.m.
Thank you for your patience as these improvements are completed.
Annapolis, MD (March 25, 2026) — The Maryland State Board of Elections is excited to announce the launch of their voter resource phone app, Go Vote Maryland! Go Vote MD was developed through a collaborative effort involving researchers and students from the Empowering Secure Elections research lab Towson University and the Center for Democracy and Civic Engagement at the University of Maryland, in partnership with the Maryland State Board of Elections. The free app is now available for download on the
Worcester County, MD — The Worcester County Fire Marshal’s Office, in coordination with Worcester County Environmental Programs (WCEP), is advising residents and visitors to exercise heightened caution with any outdoor burning due to continued dry conditions across the region.
Recent weather patterns have resulted in lower-than-normal rainfall, contributing to decreased soil moisture and a declining water table. These conditions significantly increase the risk of rapid fire spread, particularly involving brush, grass, and other combustible materials.
Following interior renovations, the updated space provides a more efficient, comfortable, and accessible environment for residents utilizing Treasurer’s Office and Health Department services. These improvements enhance the County’s ability to serve the public.
Beginning today, both offices have resumed regular satellite services at this location, Monday through Friday:
Worcester County Government offices, including all five Branch Libraries, will be closed Friday, April 3, 2026 for Good Friday. Normal business hours will resume Monday, April 6.
Recreation and Parks will be closed Friday through Sunday, April 3-5, and will resume standard hours of operation on April 6.
Snow Hill, Maryland – the public is invited to attend a hearing on proposed water and wastewater rate changes for fiscal year 2027. The hearing will take place May 5, 2026 at 6 p.m. in the Commissioners Meeting Room in the Worcester County Government Center in Snow Hill.
Rate increases are proposed in 10 of the County’s 11 water and wastewater sanitary service areas (SSAs). No changes are proposed for the West Ocean City SSA.
Traffic Alert: Golf Course Road (south side of US Rt. 50) – partial closure – April 15
Wednesday, April 15, a portion of Golf Course Road near the Old Bridge Road intersection will be closed from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., while County Roads Division crews replace a failed crossroad pipe.
Detour signs will be in place on MD Rt. 611 and U.S. Rt. 50 to help guide motorists around the closure.