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Ditch is blocked

Reported via mobile in the Roads and Carriageways category anonymously at 09:32, Sat 25 January 2025

Sent to Oxfordshire County Council less than a minute later

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The ditch between 72 Thame rd and 68Thame rd (lady took House) is blocked by ivy, leaves and branches which will cause flooding tomorrow 26th Jan 25! It will be made worse if the pipes at either or both ends are filled with ivy and leaves

Council ref: ENQ251032399

Updates

  • Thank you for your enquiry. This issue has been passed onto the relevant team for investigation.

    State changed to: Investigating

    Posted by Oxfordshire County Council at 09:32, Sat 25 January 2025

  • Thank you for your report. The primary responsibility for ditch maintenance often lies with the adjacent landowner as a "riparian owner". The council is responsible for roadside drains and gullies on public roads but not usually for the ditches alongside them. Landowners must obtain consent for certain work, check for protected species, and be aware they can be held liable for flooding caused by poor maintenance. . We appreciate your vigilance and encourage you to report any future highway concerns.

    State changed to: Investigation complete

    Posted by Oxfordshire County Council at 14:17, Fri 31 October 2025

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