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A gully sucker is a specialist vehicle used to remove silt, debris, and standing water from gully pots and drainage features on highway and urban networks. Regular gully cleansing helps reduce blockages and supports flood prevention by keeping drainage paths clear. The vehicle uses a high-powered vacuum system connected to a flexible suction hose, allowing…

Collected waste from gully suckers is typically transported to licensed facilities where it’s filtered, treated, and safely disposed of according to environmental regulations.

In the UK, highway authorities are legally responsible for maintaining road gullies, often using gully suckers under scheduled or emergency service contracts.

Regular gully sucking is part of preventive road maintenance, helping extend the life of drainage systems and avoid costly repairs or water damage.

Small spherical beads embedded into road markings to provide retroreflectivity. When headlights hit the beads, they reflect light back to the driver, increasing night-time visibility.