Nonpoint Source Management Grants (Section 319): Watershed-Based Projects

Nonpoint Source Management Grants (Section 319): Watershed-Based Projects

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy
Amount: Up to US $300,000
Last Updated: May 02, 2025

Summary

The Nonpoint Source Management Grants (Section 319) support watershed-based projects aimed at restoring or protecting water quality. Funded by the Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy, these grants provide financial assistance for implementing the Nonpoint Source Management Plan. Eligible entities include government units, educational institutions, and non-profits. Key details include a grant limit of $300,000, a 40% non-federal match requirement, and a project duration of up to 3 years.

Overview

NOTE: Notices of Interest (NOIs) are accepted at any time of the year, but they will be reviewed by the Nonpoint Source Team three times per year.  NOIs that have been submitted by the end of the first business day of January, May, and September will be reviewed within a week of that deadline. What is Nonpoint Source Pollution? Nonpoint source pollution is also known as "runoff pollution." Nonpoint source pollution is a major contributor to water pollution in the United States and in other countries. Unlike point source pollution, which enters the water from specific locations (such as a discharge pipe from a factory or wastewater facility, an oil or chemical spill) nonpoint source pollution comes from a broader area. Nonpoint source pollutants are picked up and transported during rain and snowmelt events. The rain and/or snowmelts pick up human-made and/or natural pollutants and transport them into lakes, rivers, wetlands, and groundwater. Nonpoint Source Water Quality Grants (Section 319) Under Section 319 of the federal Clean Water Act, the federal government awards funds to the Nebraska Department of Environment & Energy to provide financial assistance for the prevention and abatement of nonpoint source water pollution. This funding is provided to units of government, educational institutions, and non-profit organizations, for projects that facilitate implementation of the state Nonpoint Source Management Plan. Watershed-Based Projects Supports large-scale projects to restore or protect water quality within a defined watershed or a defined groundwater recharge area. Projects are associated with the implementation of a 9-element watershed management plan or basin plan.Grant Limit: $300,000Non-Federal Match Requirement: 40% of total project costSponsor Cash Match Requirement: 10% of total project cost (included as part of the non federal match percentage)Time Limit: 3 years

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Eligible ApplicantsSubunits of government, educational institutions, nonprofit organizations.Eligible ActivitiesInstallation of best management practices, restoration of resource waters, technical assistance, and education.