Welcome to the New Orleans
Department of Public Works 

Mission Statement

Construct, maintain, and administer transportation elements affecting vehicular, pedestrian, and rail movement within the public right-of-way.

Engineering is an important and learned profession. As a member of this profession, engineers are expected to exhibit the highest standards of honesty and integrity. Engineering has a direct and vital impact on the quality of life for all people.

Accordingly, the services provided by engineers require honesty, impartiality, fairness, and equity, and must be dedicated to the protection of the public health, safety, and welfare.

Engineers must perform under a standard of professional behavior that requires adherence to the highest principles of ethical conduct.

Main Divisions Within The Department of Public Works:

Important Links:

• Drain Line Repairs Map
  List of Drain Line Repairs
• DPW Recovery Projects
• Papania Fact Sheet
• Safety Camera Program FAQs
• Pay by Phone Parking Service
• Vieux Carre Curb Use Inventory
• Curb use Layout