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Collapsed drainage pipes on Richardsville Road spur council action
Summary
Councilman Stephen Gordon told the council that multiple drainage basins and pipes on Richardsville Road are failing, with only about two of roughly ten basins appearing functional; the council discussed cleaning, contractor work and next steps.
Ogdensburg — Council members heard a report on May 26 that drainage infrastructure on Richardsville Road is failing and requires cleanup and repair.
Councilman Stephen Gordon described a collapsed pipe at the Plaskon intersections and said basins along Richardsville Road are blocked or failing. "Every basin on that street with the exception of two out of ten are completely shot," Gordon said, describing blocked pipes and basins that need cleaning and repair. He said WindRiver (Wind River Environmental, LLC) was requested to return to clean basins after previously missing the Richardsville Road area.
Council discussion centered on assessing the extent of the damage, coordinating basin cleaning and planning road repairs. Gordon did not provide a cost estimate; he described the situation as "a mess" and said the road had been blocked off at times while basins and pipes are evaluated.
Why it matters: Collapsed drain pipes and damaged basins can cause localized flooding, road closures and safety hazards. The council directed follow-up to determine repairs and contractor responsibilities but did not authorize immediate spending during the May 26 meeting.
What happens next: Councilman Gordon will pursue basin cleaning and repair plans with staff and contractors. The meeting did not include a timeline or funding authorization for repairs.
