WATERWAYS versus CREEKS

STORM DRAINS AND CUTTINGS

Did you know that behind each of the buildings at 120 and at 142 Caldecott Lane there is a storm drain which is located on city property?

The drain at 120 Caldecott Lane runs out to Caldecott Lane under the sidewalk between the buildings on 120 and 130 Caldecott Lane.

The drain at 142 Caldecott Lane runs underneath the building.



Photos show “cuttings” from vegetation placed in the drain ditches which lead into the storm drains.

After recently conducting an inspection for blight at these four buildings, the city building inspector notified Public Works to schedule a clean-up of these drains.

Here's what the City of Oakland says about Storm Drains:

"Do your part to prevent a flood!

Remember, never put leaves, grass clippings, oil or trash into the drainage system! And never dispose of those items in the street, because debris could be swept into the system by storm water. Such actions may result in serious flooding during a rain storm. See also:

• Volunteer to Maintain-A-Drain or Stencil Curbs
• Storm Drainage Design Guidelines
• Landslides or erosion on private property (CEDA Building Services)"

Complaint Numbers

120 Caldecott Lane: 447127

142 Caldecott Lane: xxxxx

Storm Maintenance

Storm Maintenance Crews

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