Recently, in accordance with Florida and St John's Water Management regulations, the Wickham Forest Board of Directors employed B.S.E. Consultants to inspect the drains, lakes, and swales within Wickham Forest subdivision.

The Inspector has identified the following issue as a potential restriction to stormwater flow: "Outfall swale from Structure #131 to Lake #4.  Deficiencies include blocks placed in the swale, vegetation, numerous foot bridges and underdrain failure." 

His recommendation for this area is: "Clean and maintain all outfall swales. Outfall swales should at least be maintained to a level equivalent to a weed trimmer. Remove foot bridges."

Items identified by the inspector included stepping stones across the swale, boards across the swale, excessive vegetation in the swale, and foot bridges across the swale. While some of these items seem minor in nature and only have limited impact on water flow, they present an obstacle to catch floating debris and restrict water flow. A foot bridge over the water doesn't seem like it will restrict flow, but it could catch a floating branch and create a debris damn.

If your property includes the area of swale identified by the inspector. Please take the necessary action to inspect your property and correct any issues within the next 30 days.  At that time, the Board of Directors will hire a contractor to correct all outstanding deficiencies identified in the report.

A copy of the report can be obtained from the Reports section of this website.