Blocked drain flooding Pond Lane

Details

The drain at the bottom of Pond Lane is completely blocked with leaves and mud. After heavy rain the water backs up across the lane and floods the entrance to the two cottages.

Updates

1. FixMyStreet — Mar 12, 2026, 9:00 AM

   We've reported the blocked drain to Suffolk County Council Highways as this falls under their responsibility. They have a reference number for it.

   Open

2. FixMyStreet — Mar 20, 2026, 3:30 PM

   Suffolk Highways have confirmed they will clear the drain as part of their scheduled maintenance round in early April.

   Open

3. FixMyStreet — Apr 5, 2026, 1:45 PM

   The drain has been cleared by Suffolk Highways and is flowing freely again. No more flooding reported. Marking as resolved.

   Closed

4. FixMyStreet — May 6, 2026, 9:04 PM

   Report received from FixMyStreet.

   Open

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• Status: Closed
• Category: drainage
• Location: Pond Lane, Hargrave
• Reported: Mar 10, 2026, 11:20 AM