Peters v. Division of Highways

BAKER, JUDGE:

The claimants brought this action for water damage to their real estate and personal property which they allege was the result of respondent’s inadequate drainage system and its negligent maintenance thereof. Claimants’ residence is located in Belleville, Wood County, West Virginia. The Court is of the opinion to deny the claim for the reasons stated more fully below.

Claimants’ Belleville home fronts on WV Route 68 which proceeds in a north-south direction. County Route 17, also referred to as Lee Creek Road, is to the south side of the claimants’ property. It proceeds in an…