Vehicle spillages and mud on roads
This section provides information about spillages and mud on roads.
Mud and spillage on the public highway is hazardous and can cause traffic accidents.
In other circumstances spillage is a nuisance and needs to be cleared up.
Where mud and/or spillage presents an immediate hazard to highway users, details should be passed straight away to Surrey County Council, the Highway Authority.
It’s important to give an exact location, the type of material involved (mud, diesel, etc) and a rough indication as to the amount (this is not always easy, use simple measures that you’re familiar with. ie: “mud from a big lorry over 50 meters”, “half a motorbike tank of diesel” etc.).
If you see the person, or vehicle, responsible for the spillage please try to give a description or registration number.
Other incidents, where no immediate hazard is posed, should be reported to Reigate & Banstead Borough Council. We will clear up the spillage and investigate its cause.
We do not have a duty to sweep or clear up spillage on private roads or other areas, such as office car parks or garage sites. These should be notified to the relevant Management Group, Business or Housing Association/Trust.
Reporting a spillage
If you see a incident of spillage on the highway that could cause a hazard please report it immediately to Surrey County Council (external website).
If you have been involved in a commercial spillage please contact Surrey County Council (external website).
All other incidents can be reported to the Reigate & Banstead Borough Council helpline on 01737 276000.
Reigate & Banstead Borough Council
Town Hall
Castlefield Road
Reigate
RH2 0SH
01737 276000
customer.services@reigate-banstead.gov.uk
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