Flooding
Flood Risk in the Borough of Broxbourne
Large parts of Broxbourne are within the flood plain of the
River Lea and have been identified as 'at risk' by the Environment
Agency. A map
and insert post code is available for further
information.
Fortunately problems are rare and there are no
recent notifications of naturally occurring flood damage within the
Borough. The last recorded flood damage was to two properties in
Ripley Way on 29 October 2000 and no further incidents have
occurred since.
Flooding may occur for a variety of different
reasons and each has a different line of responsibility. The main
types of natural occurrences are
Warnings messages will usually be broadcast on
radio and television.
In the event of likely flooding a small supply
of sand bags is available from Broxbourne Services, for a small fee
(subject to availability).
Anyone wishing to purchase sand bags should
visit Broxbourne Services' offices in Fairways,
Cheshunt or call 01992 642240 for more information.
To check on flood risk at your
location, visit the
Environment Agency's flood
maps.