Derry potholes including nicknamed ‘Culmore Crater’ scheduled for repair works
Two of Derry’s most complained about potholes, the nicknamed ‘Culmore Crater’ and the large pothole on the Foyle Bridge cityside exit, are set to be repaired.
Two of Derry’s most complained about potholes, the nicknamed ‘Culmore Crater’ and the large pothole on the Foyle Bridge cityside exit, are set to be repaired.
The pothole dubbed the ‘Culmore Crater’ was reported to Foyle SDLP MLA Mark H Durkan, who highlighted the issue on social media, he said: “Culmore crater continues causing chaos
“The repair which was carried out here a couple of months ago has reopened, causing a risk to road users.
“Many motorists fell foul of this particular pothole previously and I've been inundated with messages about it.
“I've reported to DFI Roads who have confirmed that it will be repaired. In the meantime, please be aware and careful if driving in the area.
The Department for Infrastructure (DFI) said: “The defects at Culmore Road and Foyle Bridge have been scheduled for repair and will be completed as soon as resources permit.
“The Department’s programmes for the 2026/27 financial year will be presented to DCSDC in due course.”
MLA Durkan also added that claims for compensation can be made if your vehicle has been damaged due to a problem with a road or street and you believe that the Department for Infrastructure (DfI) is responsible.
This includes damage caused as a result of potholes.
Vehicle damage compensation claim form can be found on the NI Direct website.
The Journal previously reported that £2,460,091.03 was spent settling public liability claims linked to road defects in Derry and Strabane over the five‑year period between 2020–21 and 2024–25.