Brookfield officials reference RSA rules, a 1998 permit in drainage discussion at 128 Clark Road

As part of the Sept. 5 site visit to 128 Clark Road, Select Board members and the Road Agent reviewed the division of responsibilities under state law for roadside and driveway drainage.

The minutes state that the discussion addressed the Town’s responsibilities regarding trees, roadside growth and highway safety under RSA 231:150 and the property owner’s responsibilities for driveway access, drainage and culverts under RSA 236:13, VI. The board also examined a Dec. 12, 1998 driveway permit that included the requirement to install a 12" minimum culvert and grade the approach so water does not run onto the roadway.

No enforcement action or formal vote was recorded in the minutes. The site visit record shows the property owner indicated he could not address the culvert until after winter; the board and Road Agent documented a plan to revisit the issue in spring.