Turner Station Secures $3.15M in Federal Funding to Tackle Flooding

Decades-long flooding issues in the Baltimore County neighborhood will get relief through drainage and erosion control projects.

Mar. 12, 2026 at 10:03pm

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The Turner Station neighborhood in Baltimore County, Maryland, has long struggled with chronic flooding issues during rainy weather. However, local and federal leaders have announced $3.15 million in new federal funding to improve drainage and build walls to prevent erosion in the area, providing hope for residents that relief is on the way.

Why it matters

Turner Station, a predominantly Black community, has faced persistent flooding problems for decades, leading to headaches and disruptions for local residents. This federal funding represents a significant investment to address the neighborhood's infrastructure challenges and improve quality of life for community members.

The details

The Baltimore County Department of Public Works will lead the upcoming drainage and erosion control projects funded by the $3.15 million grant. While no specific timeline was provided, local leaders and residents expressed optimism that the much-needed improvements will soon be underway to mitigate the chronic flooding issues.

  • The federal funding announcement was made on March 12, 2026.

The players

Rep. Kweisi Mfume

A U.S. Representative who announced the $3.15 million in federal funding for the Turner Station flooding projects.

Baltimore County Department of Public Works

The local agency that will oversee the implementation of the drainage and erosion control projects in Turner Station.

Olivia Lomax

A longtime resident of Turner Station who expressed joy and optimism about the federal funding announcement to address the neighborhood's longstanding flooding issues.

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What they’re saying

“This is the first step in a process to make sure the flooding here and the erosion are mitigated.”

— Rep. Kweisi Mfume (wmar2news.com)

“This is a happy day! I feel like shouting and singing because it's been a long time coming.”

— Olivia Lomax, Longtime Resident (wmar2news.com)

What’s next

Rep. Mfume says he will go back to Washington and ask for additional funding to further prevent flooding in Turner Station for years to come.

The takeaway

The federal funding for Turner Station's flooding mitigation projects represents a significant investment in addressing the long-standing infrastructure challenges faced by this predominantly Black community. With the support of local and federal leaders, residents are hopeful that these improvements will provide much-needed relief and enhance the quality of life in the neighborhood.