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MAINTENANCE OF EXISTING HIGHWAY DRAINAGE SYSTEMS
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Introduction
1.1 Drainage systems for the sole purpose of accepting surface water run-off from the highway are the responsibility of the Highway Authority unless they have been specifically adopted by the Drainage Authority.
1.2 Highway drainage systems are installed to capture surface water run-off to alleviate flooding and protect the fabric of the road.
1.3 Many open ditch drainage systems are historic and are normally the responsibility of the adjoining landowner for maintenance. The Highway Authority has powers to cleanse and restore the profile of these ditches as appropriate.
Relevant Legislation
2.1 Section 41 of the Highways Act 1980 imposes a duty upon the Highway Authority (Hampshire County Council) to maintain those roads which are maintainable at public expense.
. Policy
3.1 The County Council as the Highway Authority shall identify through a system of regular inspections and flood risk assessments existing drainage systems that require maintenance.