Buchanan, WI
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Town Drainage Policy
The Town drainage ordinance & policy is used to guide decision makers and Town engineers in assisting residents with drainage concerns. The Town of Buchanan owns all roadway ditches and right-of-way areas adjacent local roads. By ordinance, property owners are responsible for general maintenance of these areas such as mowing, weed and brush removal. Any other changes to ditches by landowners must be approved by the Town. Property owners seeking to make alterations to a roadside ditch or other drainage way, must complete the ditch & right-of-way drainage improvement permit application found below.
- Municipal Code: Ch. 504 Article V Drainage, Ditches and Water Course Maintenance
- Roadway Ditch Drainage and ROW Policy.
- Ditch and ROW Drainage Permit Application FILLABLE
Drainage Study
The Town of Buchanan has completed a number of drainage studies over the years. Drainage (ditches) and stormwater issues have been identified by the Town Board as a priority issue. With the assistance of the Town Engineer, the Town's goal is to identify and implement long-term solutions to the drainage issues commonly reported by residents. These studies are used to assist with making decisions about necessary improvements.
For questions please contact Dennis Jandrey, Engineering Technician, dennisj@townofbuchanan.wi.gov or 920-734-8599.