Senior Sergeant Richard Whitmore said Balclutha police had been called several times this year after reports of partygoers doing repeated "burnouts" in the Kaitangata area.
The incidents occurred during daylight in front of residents and children, and had the potential to be catastrophic, he said.
"It poses a danger to public safety should they lose control of the vehicles."
A scene examination confirmed a car had been driven on to the pavement, he said.
Snr Sgt Whitmore said the burnouts had left both Eddystone and Bembridge Sts with extensive tyre marks and caused permanent damage to the roading surface.
"It is an absolute eyesore for members of the community," he said.
Reparations for the damage may be sought.
Police had increased their patrolling of the area, and would have no tolerance for anyone involved in such incidents.
Snr Sgt Whitmore said burnouts by a small section of the community had been a problem in the area for some time, and any information the public could provide, such as registration numbers, would be welcome.
Two Kaitangata men - in their 30s - face charges ranging from sustained loss of traction to dangerous driving, and would appear in the Balclutha District Court later this month.
A red Jeep Cherokee, a white Ford Fairmont and a blue Ford Cortina used in the incidents had been impounded for 28 days at the owners' expense.
One Eddystone St resident, who declined to be named, said repeated parties at one of the street's properties had resulted in the street becoming a temporary burnout spot for partygoers.
"It can get a bit scary," she said.
