After all that rain I came across an open utility cover in the middle of the park. The grass around it was flattened in a circle around it. I was able to shove the cover back into place. If this is just one example, I would certainly advise parents to check parks tomorrow before young kids are let loose to wander! A very fast moving stream was visible from the opening, about 6-8 feet deep?
West Park
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To be clear, the fast moving stream was 6-8 feet underground, not able to tell how deep it was. A guy I ran into at the park said this happens all the time – man hole covers blowing off. I don’t know if that is true, but if this is a normal event that seems unacceptably dangerous.
For readers who might not have the wherewithal to move a manhole cover back into place, if you perceive a public safety threat that you cannot address yourself, that’s what 911 is for. If you’re wondering, “Is this really an emergency?” then at least call the non-emergency police desk: (734) 994-2911.
I was going to call 911 and then thought I’d give it a try. I suppose they weigh around 50 pounds? So I could slide it and it seemed unlikely I would make things worse by trying. There were two men who watched me do it, from a distance. Thanks for mentioning that Dave. I believe an open man hole dropping to a fast rushing stream is a real danger. I need to put the non-emergency number on my Droid.