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Drain cover recessed far too deep right outside of property!

Reported via desktop in the Other highways issue category anonymously at 20:20, Tuesday 17 June 2025

Sent to Shropshire Council 1 minute later. Council ref: 14179196.

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I am writing to raise a serious concern regarding the condition of the road surface on the B4396 going through Osbaston. While the road has been resurfaced multiple times, the drain covers have not been raised to be level with the new road surface. As a result, they now sit significantly below the road level.

This presents a clear danger to road users, especially as this is a derestricted road where vehicles travel at higher speeds. Hitting these sunken covers can cause severe damage to vehicle wheels and suspension systems, increasing the risk of accidents.

Additionally, the road is frequently used by heavy animal feed trucks, particularly during nighttime hours. When these vehicles strike the sunken covers, it creates a loud and disruptive noise, causing considerable disturbance to nearby residents.

I urge you to investigate this issue as a matter of urgency and take the necessary steps to bring the drain covers level with the road surface to ensure both safety and community well-being.

Updates

  • Thank you for contacting us. This note is to confirm that we have received your report and we'll be in touch with an update as soon as possible.

    Posted by Shropshire Council at 20:20, Tuesday 17 June 2025

  • We have now arranged for the required work to take place to resolve the issue you reported to us.

    We will update you when the work has been completed.

    State changed to: Action scheduled

    Posted by Shropshire Council at 13:56, Thursday 26 June 2025

  • We're pleased to advise you that this work has now been completed.

    State changed to: Fixed

    Posted by Shropshire Council at 14:20, Wednesday 23 July 2025

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