### Question
How is the "maintenance and upkeep" defined?


### Answer
The term **maintenance and upkeep** is defined in *33 U.S.C. § 701n* as follows -

> all maintenance and general upkeep of a levee performed on a regular and consistent basis that is not repair and rehabilitation

#### Citation:
  - *33 U.S.C. § 701n*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 15-FLOOD CONTROL**

