Drainage Outfall Inspections In Town Of Bedford

Press release from the Town of Bedford:

November 3, 2020

To continue essential infrastructure inspections, the Bedford Public Works may be working in your neighborhood over the next few months.

Personnel from the Bedford DPW and a hired consultant, Tighe & Bond, will be inspecting stormwater outfall pipes throughout Town, to comply with the Town’s EPA Stormwater Permit. The team will consist of 2 to 3 people wearing safety vests, masks, and carrying handheld equipment. In addition to DPW utility vehicles, there will be personal vehicles, and all will have a sign in the windshield indicating that the car is associated with a consultant supporting the Department of Public Works.

The work will be performed primarily off the roadway where the stormwater pipes discharge to wetlands, streams, or wooded areas. Some pipes may be located in residential backyards where an easement exists to allow the Town access to perform maintenance. Work may also include opening drainage structures within the road.

Residents are not required to take any action; this notification is to keep you informed. A map of stormwater outfalls is available on the Town’s website. Visit the Stormwater Management Program website to view the map as well as the Town of Bedford Stormwater Management Program, public education resources and applicable By‐laws.

This work will occur Monday through Friday (8:00 AM to 3:00 PM). Due to the current climate of social distancing related to Covid‐19, to keep you and our staff safe please do not approach the field personnel with questions. Any questions, please call the Department of Public Works at (781) 275‐7605 x 4263.

This press release was produced by the Town of Bedford. The views expressed here are the author’s own.