Frederick looks to conduct survey of damage from heavy rains and flooding

FREDERICK, Md. - Frederick County announced Saturday that the survey will help determine whether the county is eligible for any disaster assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency and will be surveying residents and businesses to get a handle on the extent of the damage.

Heavy rain on Tuesday dumped seven inches of rain on parts of Frederick in just a three-hour period, followed by several more inches of rain midweek.

The flooding damaged roads and private property and strained wastewater treatment facilities.

In a statement Saturday, County Executive Jan Gardner said the county avoided any significant additional flooding at the end of the week.

The bridge at Jefferson Pike was completely washed out, as construction workers continued to get it back up and running. However, it could be several more days before that happens.

The roadway is closed along Burkettesville Road and Piersonville Road, where more than 3,000 cars come through, according to officials.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.