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Conservation commission ratifies emergency culvert work at Shore and Greenwood roads
Summary
The Ashland Conservation Commission ratified the DPW's emergency exploratory dig and sleeve installation at a failing culvert on Shore and Greenwood roads to address imminent roadway overtopping risk caused by a collapsed 36‑inch barrel.
The Ashland Conservation Commission ratified an emergency certification on May 18 authorizing exploratory excavation and sleeve installation at a failing culvert on Shore and Greenwood roads.
Staff described the culvert as a double‑barrel 36‑inch corrugated metal pipe (CMP) about 73 feet long; one barrel has collapsed and the second has partially failed. The Department of Public Works has used temporary pumping for roughly a month but concluded the pump was no longer a viable solution because hydrologic pressures threatened the embankment and road overtopping. The DPW intends exploratory digging and installation of a sleeve to stabilize the structure while pursuing a full replacement project that may require a FEMA no‑rise certification.
Becca Solomon, the Conservation Agent, said the Town has sought grant funding for a permanent replacement but acted to reduce immediate flood risk. Commissioner Carl Hakansson moved to ratify the emergency certification; Preston Crow seconded the motion, which passed 7–0‑0.
Next step: DPW will proceed with the emergency work; a discussion of floodplain and longer‑term replacement options will be scheduled with relevant permitting and design details.
