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[Gary111]

I have s steep drive with a flattish manhole cover as you approach the front door.

Dirt and water is getting trapped in the edge of it and causing a large puddle when it rains.

I was wondering if theres some way of drilling small holes in the edge of the manhole cover, or do I need a small drain next to it, looks like there used to be.

 

[conny]

Depending on whats down there, (can't make out the writing on the lid), have you considered trying to raise it level with the surrounding surface?

 

[Ian H]

It’s a Briarcrete.

if you lift the lid and clean the silty stuff away, water should be able to get into the manhole.