Honesdale Borough Public Works

Honesdale Borough Public Works

Welcome to Honesdale Borough Public Works, your local government office dedicated to maintaining and enhancing the infrastructure and services of Honesdale, Pennsylvania. Located at 100 Ridge Street, Honesdale, PA 18431, our office plays a crucial role in ensuring the well-being and development of our historic community.

Honesdale, originally known as "Dyberry Forks," holds a rich heritage as the terminus of the Delaware and Hudson (D&H) Canal, which spanned 108 miles to Rondout, New York. Established as a village in 1826 and incorporated as a borough on January 28, 1831, Honesdale was named in honor of Philip Hone, the first president of the D&H Canal Company and a former Mayor of New York City. The canal was instrumental in transporting anthracite coal from the mines near Carbondale to New York City, marking Honesdale as a pivotal point in the coal transportation network.

A notable chapter in Honesdale's history is the journey of the "Stourbridge Lion," the first locomotive to run on a commercial track in the western hemisphere. On August 8, 1829, engineer Horatio Allen piloted the locomotive on a three-mile trip to Seelyville and back. Though the Stourbridge Lion was deemed too heavy for further use, its legacy endures with a full-sized working model displayed at the Wayne County Historical Society in Honesdale.

At Honesdale Borough Public Works, we are committed to preserving this rich history while providing essential services to our community. Our office observes the following holidays, during which we are closed: New Year’s Eve (half-day), New Year’s Day, President’s Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, the Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve (half-day), and Christmas Day.

We invite you to visit us for any inquiries or assistance related to public works and community services. Together, let's continue to honor Honesdale's past while building a vibrant future.