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1. Whose responsibility is it to maintain driveway pipes/culverts?

Typically, it is the homeowner's responsibility

2. Whose responsibility is it to maintain drainage ditches?

Generally, it is the homeowner association's or private property owner's responsibility to maintain drainage ditches unless specifically designated as a public or municipal drainage easement

3. Whose responsibility is it to maintain pipes/culverts underneath roadways?

The owner of the road maintains pipes/culverts underneath roadways. PennDOT maintains State roads and the Township maintains Township roads. Note: Developer's maintain roads that have not yet been accepted by the Township

4. Whose responsibility is it to clear debris and/or erosion along stream channels?

Typically the adjacent homeowner would be responsible. In some cases the Township may conduct maintenance if public safety is a concern or the problem prevents the public drainage system to function properly.

5. Whose responsibility is it to maintain street catch basins?

The owner of the road maintains the catch basin. PennDOT maintains State roads and the Township maintains Township roads.

6. Whose responsibility is it to maintain stormwater detention facilities?

The Township maintains the operational aspect assuring that they function properly. The Township does not provide landscaping or beautification activities. Commercial facilities are privately maintained. 

7. Who handles stormwater complaints or concerns?

Generally, Public Works but in certain cases Engineering