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So, this drainage issue has become personal. Twice since this issue has been publicized there has been vandalism to the adjacent property, ripped down alarm sign, twice, big garbage dump on front lawn and dying grass, looks like it got some Roundup. Dirty hands are involved as they waste precious water for personal gain. EBMUD was already called on this and their response "not our problem". As soon as this issue is publicized the water flow decreases and then when the coast seems clear, starts up again. Sooner or later this is going legal.
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Acknowledged City of Oakland (Verified Official)
Oakland 311 (Verified Official)
Dear Sir or Madam,
Thank you for contacting the Department of Public Works regarding this matter. However, additional information is needed before your request can be processed. Please provide additional information regarding the service you are requesting. Is the problem you are reporting in private or public property? Is the problem a water leak? Please provide additional information. Your assistance in this matter is greatly appreciated.
Thank you.
An anonymous SeeClickFix user (Registered User)
Dear PWA:
I am of the opinion this constant water flow is man-made, by design It is not a sewer leak, busted pipe it is done for a purpose. So I do think PWA and EBMUD's hands are tied. If you can't find anything with a camera or if you can't follow the water trail then the only recourse is to dig, drill and unearth the source. It seems to be originating from private grounds, but flowing into a public street.