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Fairfield’s storm drainage system is comprised of both open and closed segments.

The open sections are drainage swales/ditches which are utilized to carry storm waters away from homes and businesses to drainage areas, such as creeks.

The closed system consists of storm water inlets and piping, which also carry the water from streets and developments to drainage areas or drywells. Drywells allow the storm water to percolate into the underlying sand and gravel which exist in certain sections of Fairfield.

Maintenance of these systems is very important. Debris in ditches and streams obstruct the flow of water which can cause overflow onto roads and into yards. Partial or complete filling in any of these ditches can reduce the flood flow capacity, which will also result in overflow into roads or onto private property.

It is extremely important that used oil, leaves and other debris are not deposited in drywells.

City workers regularly inspect catch basins, drywells and other structural components of the public storm sewer system. Major creek segments are also inspected on a regular basis and in response to reported problems or emergencies. Log jams and other major obstructions are removed from the Pleasant Run Creek as part of the city's annual creek maintenance program.

Citizens are expected to perform routine maintenance on ditches located on right-of-ways in front of or to the rear of their properties.

This includes the removal of high weeds, litter or other items which may be considered a nuisance. Also, property shall be maintained so that water cannot become stagnant, thus eliminating breeding areas for mosquitoes.

If you know of unapproved changes occurring to the drainage system, such as filling or rerouting of streams or ditches, or a nuisance situation that exists, please contact the Development  Services department at 513-867-5345.

Additional information on floods and related topics is available for review at the Fairfield Lane Public Library. Other pamphlets on floods and related items can be obtained at the Development Services Department, located in the Fairfield Municipal Building.