Land Drainage
Stratford-on-Avon District Council can use its permissive powers to deal with identified problems, generally in relation to failure by owners to carry out works or maintenance on ordinary watercourses (not main rivers) in order to maintain water flow and minimise the risk of flooding.
Land and property owners are responsible for their own property. They have a responsibility for maintaining water flows, not only to protect themselves, but also their neighbours. If they fail to carry out their responsibilities, the district council or Environment Agency has the power to take action to alleviate particular problems under the Land Drainage Act 1991.
Flooding
Please click here for more information on flooding.
If you are in a dangerous or life threatening situation, call the emergency services on 999.
Warwickshire County Council is responsible for managing the risk of flooding. The Environment Agency has a strategic overview for all sources of flooding including groundwater. It has produced practical guidance to help you reduce the impact of flooding from groundwater.
If you experience floodwater:
- on highways - please contact Warwickshire County Council Highways Team
- from a main river - please contact The Environment Agency on 0345 9881188
- from a public sewer or burst water main - please contact Severn Trent on 0800 7834444
Further Flooding Information
- Warwickshire County Council
- Environment Agency - Flood Warning
- National Flood Forum
- Guidance for Home Owners
- Guidance for a Small Business
Contact Us
- Email: envhealth@stratford-dc.gov.uk
- Telephone: 01789 267575
- Report it Online
Page last updated on 07/07/2025