Missing/Damaged Sign

Report a missing, damaged, or unreadable street sign affecting navigation or safety.

Overview

If a traffic, parking, or informational street sign is missing, damaged, knocked down, or unreadable, you can submit a Missing/Damaged Sign request through 311. Reporting sign issues helps the City maintain safe traffic flow, clear navigation, and public safety for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians.


When to Submit This Request

Submit a request if:

  • A street or traffic sign is missing

  • A sign is bent, broken, vandalized, or knocked down

  • A sign is faded, obstructed, or unreadable

  • The missing or damaged sign is affecting traffic flow or safety


Before You Submit

Please note:

  • Exact location details help staff identify the correct sign quickly

  • Include the type of sign, such as stop sign, speed limit sign, parking sign, or directional sign

  • Do not attempt to move or repair damaged signs yourself

  • If the issue creates an immediate traffic hazard, report it promptly


Information Required

When submitting a request, include:

  • 📍 Location

    • Exact address, intersection, or nearby landmark where the sign is located

  • 🚧 Type of Sign

    • Describe the sign, such as stop, yield, parking, speed limit, or street name sign

  • ⚠️ Condition of the Sign

    • Indicate whether it is missing, bent, broken, vandalized, knocked down, or unreadable

  • 🕒 Date Observed

    • When the issue was noticed

  • 📸 Optional Photo

    • Helpful for confirming sign type and visible damage


What Happens Next

  1. Your request is logged in the system

  2. City staff review the sign concern and location details

  3. The sign may be inspected to confirm the issue

  4. Repair, replacement, or reinstallation may be scheduled as needed


Expected Timelines

  • Critical traffic safety signs: may be prioritized for faster response

  • Routine sign repairs: addressed based on workload and sign type

  • Replacement work: may take longer depending on materials and installation needs


Tips for Residents

  • Include the nearest intersection or exact sign location

  • Mention whether the sign is completely missing or still partially visible

  • Note if the issue affects drivers, cyclists, or pedestrians


Related Services

  • Traffic & Signs

  • Street Lighting

  • Road Maintenance


Still Need Help?

Contact 311 if you need help reporting a missing or damaged street sign. If the issue presents an immediate traffic danger, contact emergency services.

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Missing/damaged sign

Report concerns about missing, damaged, or unreadable street signs in Calgary, including traffic, parking, or informational signs, to ensure clear navigation and safety for drivers and pedestrians.

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