Description
All 3 catch basins near my home were clogged with debris and failed to drain. Three of us from the neighborhood worked to unclog them- standing in water up to my knees. If we had not been home- our house would have flooded as it did on August 8th. We keep these basins clear- checking them every day. Once the rain hits, they simply fill to the brim with tree limbs and leaves and are incapable of draining.
also asked...
Q. Please indicate the condition of the catch basin.
A. Clogged/Flooding
A. Clogged/Flooding
Q. Please provide any additional information about the catch basin issue to assist Town employees in remediating the situation.
A. I should not need to be home in order to protect my house!
A. I should not need to be home in order to protect my house!
6 Comments
Needham, MA (Verified Official)
Horror Show (Registered User)
Dint they explain their short term plans to address vs long term plans? Insurance companies will not reimburse for flooding caused by town negligence of infrastructure of antiquated systems not updated since 1950’s?
Or when was last update after all the housing builds in the town? Contact the Town manager for advice.
DPW Admin MP (Verified Official)
Closed DPW Admin MP (Verified Official)
Horror Show (Registered User)
Says catch basin cleared and issue closed?
Do you consider closed? Are you ready to see same issue again next storm?
Contact the DPW commissioner and town manager
Reopened PRINCE STREET RESIDENT (Registered User)