Over the past few weeks, a significant program of enhanced drain jetting has been carried out in Hinton, near Mudford, thanks to action taken by Somerset High

ways Authority. A specialist team from Keir was commissioned to pump out and clear the long-neglected roadside drains and gullies in the area. Many of these were found to be completely blocked with silt, but the good news is they are now all running clear.

This work is expected to have a real impact. For years, roads in Hinton have remained flooded for longer than in surrounding areas, largely due to poor drainage. With water unable to escape, even moderate rainfall has caused extended surface flooding. With the drains now functioning as they should, we hope to see a noticeable improvement in how quickly standing water clears after heavy rain. Let’s see what a difference this makes.

We’re proud to have supported this project through our ongoing flood resilience work and would love for more local residents to get involved. One simple and effective way to help is by joining our Adopt A Drain scheme — keeping an eye on a nearby drain, reporting issues, and helping keep it clear of leaves and debris can make a big difference.

Want to get involved? Get in touch to find out how you can help keep our vital drains clear and working for everyone.