All public nuisances existing contrary to the provisions of this Chapter not abated by the owners or occupants of adjoining premises or their agents within ten (10) days after they shall be given notice as provided herein, shall be abated by an officer of the City, by digging up, breaking, if necessary or not reasonably avoidable, and removing such culvert, driveway, pipe or other obstacle and opening up such drainage ditch, and leaving the same open. (1988 Code § 14-302)