Cameras in Surrey County Council vehicles will now detect potholes and schedule them for repairs.

Surrey County Council is adopting AI technology to identify potholes and accelerate road repair efforts.

How the System Works

Dashboard cameras equipped with computer vision in council vehicles will locate and photograph potholes. These images will then be automatically logged for repairs. In the future, the system will also identify other issues, like missing signs and overgrown vegetation, for maintenance.

The council stated this system eliminates the need for highway inspectors to step onto roads, improving both safety and efficiency. Potholes that do not require immediate repairs will be regularly monitored to ensure timely attention when necessary.

Investment in Road Infrastructure

Matt Furniss, cabinet member for highways, transport, and economic growth, revealed that nearly £300 million has been set aside for road repairs and improvements in Surrey through 2028.

“We are resurfacing more roads and pavements than ever before. Between April and December 2024 alone, our highways teams resurfaced 100 miles of roads and 30 miles of pavements,” Furniss shared.

“This investment will make our road network more resilient, reducing the formation of potholes in the future.”