Most people wonder what the Lakeland Public Works Department (LPW) does for their community. If you are a Lakeland resident who wants to know more about the LPW, then you have come to the right place.
To start with, just what is it that makes up the Department of Public Works?
· Thirty-four vehicles and maintenance equipment, including two tractors, an excavator, skid steer, three mowers, asphalt roller, and many other pieces of equipment.
· Ten full time employees
With these resources we maintain, repair, and inspect:
· 170 lane miles of road
· 1335 sign poles
· 1776 signs
· 316 stormwater outlets
· 667 stormwater manholes
· 1226 sections of open stormwater ditch
· 2130 sections of stormwater pipe
· 489 stormwater culverts
· 1480 stormwater inlets
· 90 miles of curb and gutter
· City Hall facilities
· Public Works Facilities
· 9 early warning sirens
Community Services Department
The Community Services Department manages trash services for all Lakeland residents. All fees are billed through Memphis Light Gas and Water and will appear on your monthly utility bill.
To request new service, cancel service or have questions regarding service, call the Community Services Representative at
901-867-5409 or email at rfink@lakelandtn.org