CTDOT Announces Launch of the Snowplow Naming Contest for Connecticut Schools

The Connecticut Department of Transportation announced a new “Snowplow Naming Contest.”

According to the official release: Schools across Connecticut will be able to submit their best and most creative names for four snowplows, which represent the four CTDOT maintenance districts in Connecticut. Winning schools will have their snowplow names featured on the side of a CTDOT tandem axle Tow Plow that operates on our state roads clearing the ice and snow during inclement weather.

Connecticut K-12 schools have until December 15, 2023, to submit their most creative snowplow name. In January, CTDOT will reveal the winning names.

“Our snowplows, including previous winners Buzz Iceclear, Husky McSalty, Plowzilla, and Scoop Dogg keep our highways and roads clear for safe passage during winter events,” Connecticut Department of Transportation Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto said. “So, while the snowplows are out, we want to ensure people are aware of the snowplow safety guidelines to help keep travelers and our snowplow drivers safe. The Snowplow Naming Contest is a memorable way to connect our youth to snowplow safety and the work of CTDOT.”

Connecticut schools can submit an original and creative snowplow name here: Snowplow Naming Contest. All names from schools must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. on December 15, 2023. The complete set of Rules and Regulations can be found here: Snowplow Naming Contest Rules (ct.gov).

Good luck!