What is the program?
Kerbs, channels, and spoon drains manage rainwater flow in urban areas. They prevent pooling, protect roads, enhance safety, and reduce water damage to nearby properties. Without them, water can cause serious infrastructure damage and safety risks.
As part of our road rehabilitation program, we repair and replace:
- concrete kerbs and channels (including spoon drains)
- footpaths
- drainage pits and associated structures.
The program is delivered by the Technical Service Unit, to keep local roads and footpaths safe and accessible.
Why we do it?
These important works are guided by Council's Road Management Plan (RMP) and community feedback.
We fix:
- damaged kerbs and spoon drains causing water pooling, which weakens the road and leads to potholes
- broken stormwater pits, reducing drainage effectiveness and risking further damage
- cracked and uneven footpaths from ground movement, requiring reconstruction for safety.
By addressing the above issues, we extend the life of the road and improve safety for everyone.
What are kerbs, channels and spoon drains?
Kerbs, channels, and spoon drains are essential parts of a stormwater management system built into road and street design. Their main job is to control how rainwater flows across urban surfaces like roads, driveways, and footpaths.
By guiding water efficiently toward stormwater drains, they help to:
- Prevent water from pooling on roads, which can cause damage like potholes or erosion.
- Protect the road surface and foundations by quickly removing water that might otherwise seep in and weaken them.
- Improve pedestrian and driver safety by reducing the risk of flooding or slippery surfaces.
- Direct runoff away from buildings and properties, lowering the chance of water damage or erosion around homes and businesses.
Without these structures, unmanaged water flow could lead to infrastructure damage, higher maintenance costs, and increased safety hazards.