--- product_id: 3105277 title: "Quick Dam QD617-1 Water Activated Flood Barrier 17 feet, 1-Pack" brand: "quick dam" price: "350.46 DT" currency: TND in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/3105277-quick-dam-qd617-1-water-activated-flood-barrier-17-feet store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # Dual chamber design prevents rolling Absorbs up to 13.5 gallons water Expands to 3.5in height in 10 minutes Quick Dam QD617-1 Water Activated Flood Barrier 17 feet, 1-Pack **Brand:** quick dam **Price:** 350.46 DT **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 💦 Stay dry, stay ahead—flood protection that works as fast as you do! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Quick Dam QD617-1 Water Activated Flood Barrier 17 feet, 1-Pack by quick dam - **How much does it cost?** 350.46 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/3105277-quick-dam-qd617-1-water-activated-flood-barrier-17-feet) ## Best For - quick dam enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted quick dam brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Compact & Ready:** Lightweight, stores easily until emergency strikes - • **Durable Dual Chamber:** Keeps barrier stable and in place during heavy water flow - • **Eco-Smart Protection:** Non-toxic, pet-friendly, and reusable for multiple flood events - • **Instant Flood Defense:** Activates on contact with water—no sand or labor needed - • **Flexible & Form-Fitting:** Long, bendable design adapts to any shape or barrier need ## Overview The Quick Dam QD617-1 is a 17-foot water-activated flood barrier made from 50% polypropylene and 50% cellulose. It expands to 3.5 inches in height within 10 minutes of water contact, absorbing up to 13.5 gallons to contain and divert flood water effectively. Featuring a dual chamber design to prevent rolling, it’s lightweight, flexible, and ready to deploy without sand or labor. Ideal for protecting doorways, garages, and more, it’s a durable, eco-friendly solution trusted for emergency flood control. ## Description Product Description Quick Dam Flood Barriers Patented Water Activated Flood Barriers absorb, control, & divert flood water Product Description Protect your home or property in times of flooding with Quick Dam Flood Barriers. Quick Dams expand and activate on contact with water. Just lay them in place and let the water do the rest. Absorb contain and divert problem water away from your home and property, before it becomes a problem. Keep some on hand for emergency situations. Use around doorways, garages, leaking tanks, construction projects, anywhere water is a problem. Protect Against: Storm surges & water main breaks Overflowing appliances & equipment Leaking equipment & water tanks Broken sprinkler heads A/C condensation overflow Spills, leaks, floods, drips & more Water Activated Flood Barriers Just get them wet Grows to a full size of 3.5in high in 10 minutes Contains a super absorbent powder that swells and gels water Swelled barriers contain, control, and divert flood water No need for sand or labor filling product Available in 5ft, 10ft, or 17ft lengths Absorbs 4 gallons, 8 gallons & 13.5 gallons of water respectively How to Use Place the Barriers in the path of oncoming flood water. As they come in contact with water, it will absorb through material & start to swell. Barriers reach their full height of 3.5in in 10 mins if enough water is present. If a rush of water is expected or you need to stack them, pre-soaking them is recommended. Not for use with Salt water. * Place wider section of Barrier towards water, as the smaller section (wedge) prevents it from rolling. **DO NOT want water moving in this direction causing seepage in between the Barriers. Tips & Tricks During first activation, we recommend checking on them to make sure they are directing water as desired. Adjustments may be necessary as landscaping can alter water flow. Barriers should be stacked higher than water level for stability and to prevent them from floating away. Barriers are flexible and can be curved or wrapped. Barriers have a dual chamber, place wider edge towards water & smaller wedge away from water to prevent rolling out of position. Pre-Soaking is recommended prior to stacking or if heavy rain or water flow is expected. Staining may occur in instances where the surface is porous or unfinished cement is present. Remove from area when no longer needed. Porous surfaces like unfinished cement cause excessive seepage, since they are both trying to absorb water. Plastic barrier film in between, may help. For use in the winter/snow months, make sure they are fully activated before freezing temperatures occur to assure maximum protection when the snow is melting. We do not recommend moving them while frozen to prevent any tearing of the outer material. Also, salt on the roads should not come in contact with Quick Dams. To help, pre-activate Quick Dams with water & then wrap plastic under & over the top to prevent the salt from making contact. Do NOT use around salt water, lime or calcium . These will cause the inner absorbent to release the water & deflate the product making it useless. Flood Barriers will not fully activate unless enough water is present. Once activated by water they can be used as a barrier against other oils & chemicals. Leave in place for 3-6 months of ongoing protection. Shrinking will occur as they dry out, but they will swell again once re-exposed to water. Length of time to dry out varies on climate. Average is about 3 months as higher humidity levels tend to take longer. Once completely dry, they will feel crunchy and ready for reactivation. Smooth the contents to evenly distribute the super absorbent polymers. Direct sunlight causes the product to degrade at a rapid pace, which will result in the product feeling slimy. Do NOT cut. The inner contents will be exposed and will make the product unusable. Storage & Shelf Life Barriers unused, have a 5+ year shelf life. Store in sealed bag for maximum term. Keep on hand for immediate deployment. How to Dispose Throw away in trash. Quick Dams are safe: Pet friendly Non-toxic Environmentally safe. Optional- great soil additive to help retain moisture- cut open & spread/ blend contents on lawn or garden (NOTE- will be VERY slippery until it degrades & disappears) From the Manufacturer Protect your home or property in times of flooding with Quick Dam Flood Barriers. Quick Dams expand and activate on contact with water. Just lay them in place and let the water do the rest. Absorb contain and divert problem water away from your home and property, before it becomes a problem. Keep some on hand for emergency situations. Use around doorways, garages, leaking tanks, construction projects, anywhere water is a problem. ## Features - 50% Polypropylene; 50% Cellulose - Made in US - Water Activated Flood Barriers, Rated #1 in Flood Control - Grows to 3.5in high in minutes, just get them wet - Long, flexible design creates all sorts of shapes. Contains a super absorbent powder that swells and gels water - Use to control, contain & divert flood water - Ready to use, no sand or labor needed - Compact & Lightweight, stores away until needed - Use to protect doorways, garages, leaking hot water tanks, erosion control & more - Dual chamber design prevents unit from rolling out of place - Use indoors or out - Do NOT use with salt water, chemical reaction causes deflation ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Asin | B0085S2DEU | | Batteries Included | No | | Batteries Required | No | | Best Sellers Rank | #12,792 in Industrial & Scientific (See Top 100 in Industrial & Scientific) #108 in Home Safes & Safe Accessories #280 in Facility Safety Products | | Color | Black | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (2,288) 4.5 out of 5 stars | | Date First Available | May 24, 2012 | | Included Components | Quick Dam Flood Barrier | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item Model Number | QD617-1 | | Item Package Quantity | 1 | | Item Weight | 2.3 pounds | | Manufacturer | Quick Dam | | Material | Polypropylene | | Part Number | QD617-1 | | Product Dimensions | 9.25 x 4 x 8.75 inches | | Size | 1 Pack | | Style | 1 pack | | Warranty Description | Free from Manufacturing Defects | ## Product Details - **Color:** Black - **Brand:** Quick Dam - **Item Weight:** 2.3 Pounds - **Liquid Volume:** 13.5 Gallons - **Full Cure Time:** 10 Minutes ## Images ![Quick Dam QD617-1 Water Activated Flood Barrier 17 feet, 1-Pack - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81Y663HLylL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size Name, Unit Count** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great *by on Reviewed in the United States July 5, 2026* Great product . Works well and easy to place ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ IT WORKS! *by on Reviewed in the United States June 16, 2026* I can not begin to describe how GREAT this water/rain dam works. We have an old driveway that tilts towards our garage. Rain water gets in with heavy rains. Not today. Kept all the water out. I’ve purchased another size which worked perfectly in our backyard. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Protects our garage interior from water intrusion *by on Reviewed in the United States December 5, 2025* Our house was built on a lot with a gentle slope from the boundary at the roadside down toward the house. We have a long teardrop shaped, asphalt coated driveway that channels heavy rain right down the slope towards the house. In periods of very heavy rain the amount of rain that runs down the driveway can overwhelm the drainage ability in front of our garage so we've had times when lots of water has come in under the seal of the garage door and covered the garage floor. I keep one of these quick dam barriers on hand for those occasions when heavy rain is expected. The dams do an excellent job of keeping water away from the bottom of the garage door and since using them I've not had any water intrusion issues beneath the door. The barriers are reusable - although in cooler temperatures it takes quite a while for the absorbed water to dry out enough that the barrier can be folded and put away for future use. I've tried dragging the barriers away from the garage and placing them in the driveway in full sunlight to dry them - but found out that exposure to sunlight degrades the gel within the barrier so shortens their lifespan. The barrier is very easy to install - I just stretch it out along the base of the garage door. When the barrier is completely dry it is rather lightweight so if heavy winds are expected along with the rain showers I put weight on each end and the center to keep the barrier from getting blown away from the garage door before it has absorbed enough water to stay in place on its own. ## Frequently Bought Together - Quick Dam QD617-1 Flood Barriers, 1 Pack, Black - Quick Dam QD610-1 Water-Activated Flood Barrier-1 Pack, Black - Quick Dam QD65-2 5' Barrier Water Flood Dam Bags, 2 Pack, Black --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tn/products/3105277-quick-dam-qd617-1-water-activated-flood-barrier-17-feet](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/3105277-quick-dam-qd617-1-water-activated-flood-barrier-17-feet) --- *Product available on Desertcart Tunisia* *Store origin: TN* *Last updated: 2026-07-21*