Board authorizes dredging and pipe installation on Lomax Drain

Jul 29, 2026

Grant County drainage board approved a motion to dredge portions of the Lomax drain near 38th Street and install a crossing pipe to restore connectivity; the vote included abstentions and staff will execute work per specifications.

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The Grant County Drainage Board authorized dredging of the Lomax drain (beginning near Valley Avenue through the original Lomax reach) and installation of a crossing pipe to reconnect flow to downstream wetlands and easement areas. A board member moved for the county to pursue dredging and pipe installation, and, after discussion of access and right-of-way, the motion was seconded and carried with two abstentions recorded.

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