LUMB FALLS - both sides of the river

Nick, Andrew, Howard (first session) and Rich went to deal with several problems:- two streams overflowing the path, a fallen tree and water flowing down the path. While in the area we looked at two other reported problems. Today's work was funded by donations to CROWS.

 The first job was to deal with a birch tree that had fallen across the path. 

All clear

At the same time we cut back several dead larch branches and some invasive brambles.

The next job was to stop the water running down the path by digging out a channel alongside the path. 

 Water on the path has forced people (some with unsuitable footwear!) to walk on the uneven, slippery bank next to a very steep drop. 

Getting down to the job!

 

We found the source of the water and managed to channel it down to the bottom. 

Good to see the water flowing down the channel. 

By the time we left, there were signs that the path was starting to dry out, but we will need a second visit to widen the path and to check that the channel is still working. 

Assuming the water management remains successful, we will need to come back to deal with the water damage at the bottom (we have a draft plan).  

The overflow from two streams was sorted. 

Two of us went up to look at a reported drainage issue above Nook. Water is pouring down the track, with several ditches choked. We will need to check with landowners before we can deal with this. 

Brambles snipped on the path leading to Haworth Old Road.  

The final job, further along the road. was to check a waymarking issue reported by Calderdale Highways.