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Residents complain of septic damage and runoff tied to road work; township schedules on-site review
Summary
Residents told Dickinson Township supervisors on July 15 that bank and roadwork on Peach Glen Road has affected septic and drainage near Chestnut Ridge Road; the board agreed to an on-site inspection with the Sewage Enforcement Officer, Township Engineer, Public Works Director and the resident to identify remedies.
Residents at the July 15 Dickinson Township meeting described two categories of neighborhood problems that drew supervisor attention: individual disputes and potential infrastructure impacts from recent road construction.
Resident Matthew Heckman read a prepared statement alleging multiple neighbor-related issues — including fireworks, alleged damage to a pond and dam, a failing septic system that he said drains toward Route 34, and discharging firearms — and offered to share video evidence. Chairman Rob Kole and Public Works Director Glenn Kelso said they met with Heckman and that Kelso would contact Lt. Henneman of the Pennsylvania State Police to arrange a follow-up meeting.
Separately, Clayton Lynch told the board that bank work performed as part of the Peach Glen Road project — including installation of a stormwater inlet box and road widening at the Peach Glen and Chestnut Ridge intersection — has caused his septic drain field to leak near a culvert. Vice Chairman Robert Line said he visited the site and shared photographs with the board; Kelso confirmed the project is not complete and said a stone wall will be installed at the location. The board agreed to convene an on-site meeting including the Sewage Enforcement Officer, the Township Engineer, Public Works Director Kelso, Lynch and a supervisor to determine next steps.
Public Works Director Kelso reported that the Peach Glen road construction began the same day and that the intersection had been raised about 2 feet to improve visibility. The board also noted a pre-bid meeting for trash-service contracts and multiple potential bidders for that procurement.
What’s next: An on-site inspection will be scheduled to evaluate Lynch’s septic issue and determine corrective actions; the township staff will also follow up with Pennsylvania State Police regarding Heckman’s concerns. The board did not vote on or adopt any enforcement action during the meeting.
