City of Des Moines Public Works operated and maintains infrastructure and provides essential municipal services, and mitigation of emergency conditions for the benefit of Des Moines' residents and economic growth.

Sewer Maintenance maintains storm and sanitary sewer services and responds to sewer backups. Also manages the city's flood control operations.

Street Maintenance maintains arterial and residential streets and responds to pothole requests. Also manages the city's snow and ice control operations.

Forestry maintains trees along the city's streets; respond 24 hours a day to trees down in the street due to high winds and storms.