We are responsible for managing flood risk across Hertfordshire, working with district and borough councils and other local organisations.
Flooding Report a flood, view flood risk maps or find out how we manage and investigate floods. Ordinary watercourses Find out what they are, view them on a map or get consent to carry out works. Surface water drainage Planning and advisory service, plus our sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) policies. River conservation Advice for landowners and how to report an environment incident.
Report a flood Check for flooding (GOV.UK) View current flood warnings or find out if your area is at risk of flooding. Flood risks and protecting your property How we manage flooding Including our flood risk management strategy documents and our role as lead local flooding authority. Flood investigations (section 19 reports) Flood management resources A wide variety of educational resources to help you better understand and manage flood risk in your communities
Reporting a flood First, tell us where the flood is Image courtesy of Southern Water Information: Floods on private property are the responsibility of the owner.
River conservation Conservation advice for landowners with land next to rivers, from our Countryside Management Service. Report pollution or river bank damage to the Environment Agency.