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Leaves blocking route for rain water to reach drain
Sent to Buckinghamshire Council 1 week, 4 days, 8 hours, 48 minutes later. FixMyStreet ref: 7815547.
Hi, because the street sweeper hasn't been here for a long time, fallen leaves have created a bank of debris that block the path of rain water, causing water to bypass the drain. The drain is not actually blocked, but will be if the leaves get swept down it. Please could you ensure that the street sweeper comes more frequently. Esp in summer and autumn when leaves fall.
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This has been passed to the Highway Officer to investigate.
We know that an important part of any road network is the drainage system which is designed to carry water away from the road surface. Even when a gully is clean and well maintained it will only cope with a certain volume of water at one time, a sudden and heavy downpour can still cause flooding especially if the road is in a low lying area.
The Highway Officer is only able to inspect the drain when the water has cleared away, this will be done within 10 days and if required, an order will be raised to clear the drain.
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Update
We have reviewed the issue reported and have amended the category; this will ensure your report is directed to the most appropriate team at the council.
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