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Survey finds deep ditch option for Wimmer Road could create hazards and shift runoff downstream
Summary
Staff reported a site survey for Wimmer Road that found a potential ditch option more than 4 feet deep at its deepest point, which could create a hazard and increase runoff to downstream properties; staff recommended further discussions with Andy and Rob.
Staff presented the Wimmer Road drainage survey to the board and said the proposed ditch alteration would create a deep channel in places. "The ditch will be quite deep 4 foot plus at its deepest location and could create a hazard," staff said, and also warned that redirecting runoff could increase flow to downstream properties unless additional drainage improvements are made on neighboring parcels.
Staff recommended discussion with Andy and Rob to evaluate options and next steps. The report noted that improving the ditch between Wimmer Road and Stein Road would aid drainage for the Wimmer property but may require coordination with adjacent property owners and additional safety mitigations if a deep ditch is implemented. No formal directive or funding decision was made at the meeting; staff said they can be available to meet and discuss options further.
