October 23, 2023 5.00 pm This story is over 8 months old

Is Lincoln’s Western Growth Corridor ready for nature’s fury? Storm Babet raises doubts

Residents and councillor question Swanpool flood mitigation measures
Flooding on the Western Growth Corridor has raised doubts about the build. | Image: Daniel Jaines

Flooding concerns have resurfaced after the land earmarked for a 3,200-home development in Lincoln was flooded during Storm Babet.

Recent events led to two months’ worth of rain falling in 24 hours, resulting in hundreds of properties being flooded across the county, including several areas in Lincoln. City locations affected included Brayford, Stamp End, St Catherine’s, Brant Road, Monks Road, Dixon Street, St Catherine’s and others.

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