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Drain cover in bad condition
Reported via desktop in the Manhole category anonymously at 16:14, Friday 6 February 2026
Sent to Oxfordshire County Council less than a minute later
The drain cover is becoming unstable, and the surrounding tarmac is cracked on all sides. The general condition of the road surface is poor. Mereland Road is a busy street frequently used by LGVs and double‑decker buses. If the cover becomes fully detached, it would pose a significant risk to both vehicles and pedestrians. This is especially concerning as school pupils walk along this stretch of road every day.
Council ref: ENQ261081394
Updates
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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 16:14, Friday 6 February 2026
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Thank you for your report. Based on our assessment, the highlighted area does not currently meet the criteria for immediate intervention under our Highway Safety Inspection Policy. However, rest assured that we will continue to monitor this location during our routine statutory inspections. If you observe any deterioration or worsening of the issue, please feel free to open a new report. For further information on highway repairs and our risk assessment process, you can visit the Oxfordshire County Council’s website: https://www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/ residents/ roads-and-transport/ street-maintenance-z/ road-repairs
State changed to: Investigation complete
Posted by Oxfordshire County Council at 12:35, Thursday 6 August 2026
This report is now closed to updates from the public. You can make a new report in the same location.