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Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance QZ Mussel Infestation Prevention Grant

Department of Parks and Recreation

Funding Amount

Between $200,000 and $400,000

Deadline

April 17, 2026

9 days left

Grant Type

state

Overview

Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance QZ Mussel Infestation Prevention Grant

Provides funding for prevention plans and implementation activities that help protect California’s reservoirs from Quagga and Zebra (dreissenid) mussel infestation.

The Quagga and Zebra Mussel Infestation Prevention Grant Program provides funding for two tiers/types of projects: 1) Planning and Assessment; and 2) Implementation. Examples of projects include: developing prevention plans, purchasing pressure washers/decontamination units or other equipment, outreach/education effort, and inspection programs including staffing, materials and supplies. DBW coordinates and collaborates with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife on many aspects of this program.

Details

  • Agency: Department of Parks and Recreation
  • Type: Grant
  • Funding Source: State
  • Estimated Available Funds: $2,000,000
  • Estimated Awards: Dependant on number of submissions received, application process, etc.
  • Award Amount: Between $200,000 and $400,000
  • Funding Method: Reimbursement(s)
  • Matching Funds: Not Required
  • Geography: Reservoirs within California. Defined under California Water Code, Division 3, Part I, Chapter I, Section 6004.5, a "reservoir" is referred to as "any reservoir which contains or will contain the water impounded by a dam.”

Categories

Environment & Water; Parks & Recreation

Eligible Applicants

Public Agency

Eligibility

Eligible Applicant Types

Public Agency

How to Apply

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

waterenvironmentenvironmental-conservation

Project Locations

CA

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