Highways Reports
To report a Highways issue just click https://www.fixmystreet.com/
Upload a photo of the issue. Highways will keep you updated by email and will update their website with the current situation.
To report a Footpaths Issue just click https://www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/coast-countryside/public-rights-way/3
Complete the form and add any photos and they will keep you updated.
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East Keal Parish Council Highways Report updated February 2026 |
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Fix My Street Ref |
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Blacksmiths Lane Housing development access. |
Concerns about the access to the new build behind Blacksmiths Lane. Transport Plan for access awaited from ELDC once it is submitted by the owner. |
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ELDC planning dept to decide, vehicles cannot safely or legally go through the no entry signs from A16 Corkscrew Cottage can apply to be given Heritage Status as it was the Village Blacksmiths. |
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Fen Lane o/s Brayford Studio |
Blocked drain reoccurring over several years. Road completely covered in water and freezes in winter. Has caused problems for pedestrians and cyclists. |
Highways have cleared drains. However still keeps recurring. County Cllr Roberts asked to make further enquiries. Further investigations 9-10th February 2026 |
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A16 junction of The Switchback |
Re occurring flood issues Numerous potholes previously repaired and cleared drains Also adjacent landowner has a drainage channel dug into the field discharging onto the road. |
Please report any silt running off adjacent fields Highways are in discussion with landowner on installation of an Attenuation Pond to hold back water run off. However Highways can only ask for the landowners help. |
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Fen Lane to A16 footpath |
Footpath across fields between Fen Lane and A16 often overgrown. |
Footpaths Officer County Council conducts a clearance several times a year subject to budget. Last clearance July 2025 |
Footpaths Officer has updated that the landowner is not required by law to complete clearance of the footpath |
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School Lane o/s Glengarry |
Water flowing from spring the driveway and along the road. |
There is not a suitable drain nearby so water runs along road. No funding for new drainage. Issue ongoing |
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Footpath known as Barrow Hole, Church Lane footpath to Fen Lane |
Footpath sometimes needs clearing of debris and overhanging bushes. |
Volunteers then deal with any early growth before it becomes established |
17/06/2025 work and completed by the Pride Team. |
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