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1. Where is information about road restrictions?

The Minnesota Department of Transportation will start spring load restrictions in the metro frost zone Thursday, March 4, 2021 at 12:01 AM. More information is available on the MNDot website.

View map for weight limits on city roads.

2. What items should not be flushed down your toilet?

Residents are reminded that certain solid waste items do not belong in the sewer system. Many materials, flushed or poured down the drain can become stuck in sewer lift stations, potentially causing sewer back-ups in homes. Disposable does not mean Flushable. Items claiming to be biodegradable do not necessarily break down well enough to be put into the sewer system.

Cloth-like materials such as shop towels, kitchen and bathroom wipes can plug up the sewer system. Product packaging clearly indicates disposal into a trashcan. If it doesn't dissolve immediately in a bowl, it should not be placed into the sewer. The exception, of course, is toilet paper.

Grease is also a major problem for the sewer system. It will coat the walls of the sewer pipe and eventually cause a clog and possible sewer back-up. Instead, place grease in a container, let it solidify, and throw it into the trash.

Common items that should not be flushed into the sewer system:

• Plastic objects (toys, eating utensils, etc)
• Glass, wood, metal or soil; cooking oil, or other edible food oils
• Rags, condoms, sanitary napkins, tampons, paper towels, cotton balls or swabs
• flushable toilet brushes, wipes and pad
• Wet wipes, face cloths, or cleaning cloths

3. What are the water usage restrictions in the city?

The City of Victoria has an ordinance restricting water usage, effective annually from May 1 to September 30. During that time, irrigation (ex., sprinklers or in-ground watering systems) through the public water supply is restricted to an odd/even watering cycle and prohibited between 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

What this means:

• No person shall irrigate using the public water supply between the hours of 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. on any day of the week.  
• If a property address is an even number, irrigation can take place on the even-numbered days outside of the hours listed above. 
• If the property address is an odd number, irrigation can take place on the odd-numbered days outside of the hours listed above.
• For example, the property owners of 1670 Stieger Lake Lane can irrigate on July 2, 4, 6, 8, etc.
• House numbers ending in 0, 2, 4, 6, 8 are considered even and house numbers ending in 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 are considered odd.

Why it matters:

• Ensures an adequate water supply for those that use public water in Victoria, Minn. 
• Conserves water resources
• Prevents wasteful and harmful effects of irrigation during the midday hours

Compliance with this ordinance is mandatory. Failure to comply may result in a fine. Special permit consideration will be given for those property owners with new seed or sod.

Learn more about the ordinance (Chapter 26; Section 26 to 30) in the municipal code.

4. When does the city sweep the streets?

All surfaced city streets, parking lots, medians, and city maintained sidewalks are swept in the spring of the year (beginning the first week of April if weather permits) and again in the fall (typically at the end of September).

Spot-sweeping occurs during the summer months as needed after a rain, an accident that has resulted in debris on the road, or at the request of a resident.

5. There is a pothole on the street in front of my house. Who do I call?

Complete the online Report a Pothole form, or email public works, or call 952-443-4210. We will either spot patch the pothole after it is reported, or we will add the location to our list for our regular maintenance schedule.

6. I noticed that there is a damaged swing at a local park. Who do I call?

Call 952-443-4210 or email Public Works to report broken park equipment.

7. My water bill seems really high, and I am not sure why. How much water do I use when I water my lawn?

According to the U.S. Geological Survey, an average lawn sprinkler will use 10 gallons of water per minute. See water usage for average water usage for typical daily activities.