Transport for London contractors are thought to have been the cause of a serious flooding problem that led to queues and break-downs.
Buckinghamshire council leader, Martin Tett said contractors employed by the organisation are thought to have been the cause of flooding at Rectory Hill, Amersham.
As reported, constant flooding at the site has led to a 'nightmare' situation for motorists with cars becoming stuck and breaking down in the high water.
Long traffic delays have also been caused with the council having announced plans to fix the issue towards the end of this year.
But in a comment posted on the OurAmersham Facebook page, Cllr Tett said TfL may be to blame.
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He said: "We believe that the drainage was damaged by contractors working for Transport for London.
"The cost of repair is large and it is not appropriate that the cost falls on local Council Tax payers.
"Extensive surveys have needed to be carried out as part of a long-running legal dispute with Transport for London.
"This is now resolved and I won't be going into details here but the result is a good one.
"Please do not attempt to drive through what is clearly very deep flood water from heavy overnight rain."
A TfL spokesperson confirmed that they are aware of an ongoing claim from Buckinghamshire Council, adding that the organisation is "working with our insurers on the matter.”
New drains and pipes are expected to be installed at the site later this year to fix the long-running issue with plans to complete the work in early 2025.
A council spokesperson previously said it has "reached a settlement that will protect the council taxpayer".
Engineers have been seen in the area in recent days with Amersham resident, Arvind Maheshwari, also meeting with Cllr Martin Tett and ward councillor David King at the flood hotspot.
Mr Maheshwari told the Free Press: "When it’s flooding it is a nightmare. As a parent using that road every day I had a nightmare.
"I’m very pleased that now the council has agreed and they’re going to fix it in the new year."
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