Turkey Branch Levee (Asset 17673,17674 and 17675)

Turkey Branch· Montgomery, Maryland· Built 1975· Earth· 12 ft tall

Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Turkey Branch Levee (Asset 17673,17674 and 17675) is classified as significant hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	12 ft (taller than 10.3% in MD)
Dam Type	Earth
Normal Storage	0 acre-ft

Surface Area	0 acres
Year Completed	1975 (51 years old)
Year Modified	1985
NID ID	MD00601

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: October 12, 2021

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: MD Dam Safety

Ownership

Montgomery County DEP

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Turkey Branch Levee (Asset 17673,17674 and 17675)?

Turkey Branch Levee (Asset 17673,17674 and 17675) is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Turkey Branch Levee (Asset 17673,17674 and 17675)?

Turkey Branch Levee (Asset 17673,17674 and 17675) is owned by Montgomery County DEP (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Turkey Branch Levee (Asset 17673,17674 and 17675) built?

Turkey Branch Levee (Asset 17673,17674 and 17675) was completed in 1975, making it 51 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Turkey Branch Levee (Asset 17673,17674 and 17675)?

Turkey Branch Levee (Asset 17673,17674 and 17675) serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Turkey Branch Levee (Asset 17673,17674 and 17675)?

Turkey Branch Levee (Asset 17673,17674 and 17675) has a dam height of 12 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Turkey Branch Levee (Asset 17673,17674 and 17675) last inspected?

Turkey Branch Levee (Asset 17673,17674 and 17675) was last inspected on October 12, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.