Village Pine Drive basement flooding and creek maintenance
Summary
A recent storm officials called a thousand-year event overwhelmed city drains, and council members asked for notes on problem areas and a stormwater department update at a future meeting.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Jul 16, 2026.
Impact analysis
The homeowners covered basement damage themselves; last year's damage went through insurance.
Residents in flood-prone areas if deficiencies are tracked and fixed.
Residents affected by street flooding, including on Linden Drive and Elm Street.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council Meeting - Jul 16, 2026
A recent storm officials called a thousand-year event overwhelmed city drains, and council members asked for notes on problem areas and a stormwater department update at a future meeting.
Board of Public Works & Safety - Jul 14, 2026
A homeowner on Village Pine Drive says her basement has flooded twice in a year because a creek behind her house overflows. Most of the creek sits on private property with a portion near INDOT right-of-way; the city will inspect and help identify who's responsible.
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