Big Bertha Strikes Again: Lincoln Street's Monstrous Pothole Sparks Outrage

Drivers in Lincoln are facing a nightmare scenario as a colossal pothole dubbed "Big Bertha" continues to wreak havoc on vehicles. The crater-like pit, located on a privately owned stretch of Lincoln Street, has grown so large that locals are calling it a safety hazard.

The Problem Nobody Wants to Fix

What makes Big Bertha particularly frustrating is its location—since the road is privately owned, the city claims it can't step in to make repairs. Residents and commuters, however, argue that someone needs to take responsibility before serious accidents occur.

• Vehicle Damage: Multiple drivers report blown tires, bent rims, and suspension issues after hitting the pothole.
• No Warning Signs: Despite its size, there are no caution markers to alert drivers, especially at night.
• Who's Responsible? The property owner remains unnamed, leaving drivers with no one to hold accountable.

Locals Demand Action

Frustration is boiling over as community members take to social media, posting images of the gaping hole and sharing stories of costly repairs. Some have even started a petition urging local officials to intervene, regardless of the street's ownership status.

"It's only a matter of time before someone gets hurt," said one resident. "You can't just ignore a problem this big because of paperwork."

A Growing Trend?

Big Bertha isn't the only privately owned road with potholes in the area. Similar complaints have popped up across the region, raising questions about:

1. Should cities have more authority over private roads used by the public?
2. Who pays when private property becomes a public hazard?
3. Could lawsuits force property owners to maintain roads properly?

For now, drivers are left swerving to avoid Big Bertha—until someone steps up to fill the void.

What Do You Think?

• Should taxpayers foot the bill for repairs on private roads if the owner won’t?
• Would you sue the property owner if your car was damaged by this pothole?
• Are cities using "private ownership" as an excuse to avoid fixing dangerous roads?
• Should drivers start a vigilante pothole-filling campaign if officials won’t act?