The physical storm drainage system within the City of Salisbury consists of a broken network of pipes, ditches and open channels that were installed at different times by many different entities.  The flow of storm water travels through both public and private property, and maintenance of the drainage route is the responsibility of each respective property owner along the route.  The City of Salisbury maintains storm drainage systems in City-system streets and on City-owned properties.  Maintenance is provided on an on-call basis.  The City clears obstruction and replaces damaged pipes and basins.  The City does not necessarily improve undersized or eroded drainage systems, and the City does not maintain drainage features in State-system streets or on private property.