A potential flood disaster has been uncovered in a Cheddar Valleyvillage by eagle-eyed residents.
A deep and dangerous fast flowing gully cuts sharply down throughWedmore by Elmstree Hall, draining flood water from the rain soakedIsle of Wedmore.
Lined with stone and brick, the mini ravine is straight andnarrow and carries the water safely through the community. Unlessyou peer over the high walls you may not even be aware of itsexistence.
However, parish councillors are concerned by the growth of selfseeding trees along one stretch which could cause a collapse andblockage. If that was to happen during a prolonged downpour then theresult could be catastrophic.
A wall of water could sweep down Glanville Road, flooding homesand causing damage.
To trim the trees and clear the growth seems a simple task butthere is a catch. Nobody really knows who owns the land the treesare on. Extensive enquiries by the parish clerk have drawn a blank.
Now the parish council are seeking legal advice to see if theycan authorise a clear up on a one-off basis with insurance cover.
The concern is the council and rate payers could end up with along-term commitment to the site by Gardiners Walk with no realbenefits to the community.
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