Board hears update on Drainage District #9 repairs after tile obstruction found

Apr 21, 2026

Supervisors were told Downing Excavating identified an "800–1,000 tile obstruction" in Drainage District #9, believed to be in CRP ground; wet conditions have delayed repairs and staff will coordinate with Secondary Roads Superintendent Tim Laube and the contractor on a timeline.

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Supervisor Frank Rottinghaus updated the Floyd County Board of Supervisors that Downing Excavating located an "800–1,000 tile obstruction" in Drainage District #9 and that wet field conditions have delayed repair work. Rottinghaus said the obstruction is believed to be on CRP (Conservation Reserve Program) ground, which may complicate access and repair timing.

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