Many Joshua Tree Residents sustained serious property damage during the recent flash flooding. Those waiting for the county fix their dirt roads are finding out the county does not take responsibility for those roads. Managing Editor Tami Roleff explains…
Many Joshua Tree residents discovered that their roads had been washed out after the flash flood September 16. Residents who live on dirt roads should not expect the county to help fix or maintain their roads, as the county classifies dirt roads as non-maintained. It is up to the residents to repair their road themselves. Residents can hire a private contractor to fix their road, or, if they all agree, they can form a special district and assess themselves a tax to maintain the road. Some residents may get a little help from utility companies if the erosion has exposed water, gas, or electrical lines. Utility companies will come out and repair roads to protect their lines. Otherwise, they are on their own.
AFTER JOSHUA TREE FLOODS, COUNTY NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR DIRT ROADS
