With temperatures still in the 70s, the last thing on our minds is when we'll see snowplows out on the roadways. But eventually, winter weather will happen, and the blades will hit the pavement. And when snowplows take to the roads in Linn County, you'll have some fun names to follow!

Linn County Reveals Snowplow Names

Linn County has announced the winning names for snowplows for the upcoming winter season. According to a press release, over 200 name submissions were received from Linn County residents. 44 finalists were selected, and then the public got to vote for their favorites. Here are the eight winning snowplow names that received the most votes!

  • Dolly Plowton
  • Clearopathra
  • Scoop Dogg
  • Ctrl/Salt/Del
  • SnobiWanKenobi
  • PlowingForDake
  • Scoopy Doo
  • Fast&Flurrious

How To Track Snowplows During The Winter

The winning names will be added to eight Linn County snowplows that are part of Linn County's Track-a-Plow system. It allows residents to see where the named plows are on Linn County roads during the winter season. You can track the snowplows HERE.

While I'm not a big fan of winter driving, it's the snowplow drivers who make it all possible for us to get anywhere during the winter months! Thank you for clearing the way!

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