Resident urges fix to eroding ditch after repeated flooding; board tasks staff to study options

Jul 14, 2026

A Warrick County homeowner described repeated flooding and erosion along a drainage easement, saying water has entered his garage and raised safety concerns; the stormwater director and engineering staff will examine the site and return recommendations to the board.

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A Warrick County resident told the stormwater/drainage board that ongoing erosion and silt buildup in a ditch between his property and a neighbor's is causing repeated flooding and public-safety risks, prompting the board to direct staff to investigate engineering fixes and return with recommendations.

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