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City defends rapid repair of collapsed storm drain on Grass Valley Highway; staff will pursue potential recovery
Summary
An 18‑wheeler partially collapsed asphalt over an Auburn Ravine storm pipe on Feb. 19; Public Works mobilized contractors and replaced the damaged section with steel‑reinforced polyurethane pipe (SRPE), with staff saying the emergency repair is nearly complete and they will explore claims against the truck/owner and risk pool reimbursement.
City staff told council that an 18‑wheeler partially sank into the asphalt over a storm drain that conveys the Auburn Ravine, washing out the roadbed and creating a cavern beneath the pavement on Feb. 19. Public Works Director Angel Dean said rapid mobilization and a locally‑available contractor limited the extent of the damage and allowed staff to complete a replacement using steel‑reinforced…
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