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THE CORNER of Willis and Oak streets in Plains exemplifies the problem facing most of Plains' streets. Water pools and soaks into the roadbed, causing pavement to crumble. "Once you understand what you're seeing," says Plains Mayor Dan Rowan, "you see it everywhere." Willis Street is scheduled for ditching and pavement improvements this year. (Photos courtesy of Dan Rowan)

THE CORNER of Willis and Oak streets in Plains exemplifies the problem facing most of Plains' streets. Water pools and soaks into the roadbed, causing pavement to crumble. "Once you understand what you're seeing," says Plains Mayor Dan Rowan, "you see it everywhere." Willis Street is scheduled for ditching and pavement improvements this year. (Photos courtesy of Dan Rowan)

April 17, 2019

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Plains street conditions boil down to drainage issues
April 17, 2019 10:32 p.m.

Plains street conditions boil down to drainage issues

The streets of Plains are falling apart; there’s just no denying it. And, as with anything this big, the solutions are complicated and affect people’s lives.