This action approves funding in the amount of $2,420,000 to the town of kernersville to implement its project for the proposed beeson creak stream restoration project as directed in the 2023…

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 4 awarded $2.42 million to the Town of Kernersville under the Congressionally Mandated Projects program (CFDA 66.202) to implement the Beeson Creek Stream Restoration Project. The award, effective August 1, 2025, through August 31, 2027, funds a comprehensive water quality protection initiative designated through the 2023 Consolidated Appropriations Act. The project deliverables include streambank stabilization, installation of regenerative stormwater conveyance systems, placement of log and boulder structures, installation of grade control structures, excavation of floodplain pools for water storage and habitat enhancement, and planting of diverse forest communities to support wildlife. No subawards are included in this assistance agreement.

The anticipated outcomes of this restoration project include decreased downstream sedimentation, reduced water treatment plant costs, lowered riparian corridor maintenance expenses, and increased community engagement through partnerships with NC Cooperative Extension and public schools. The Town of Kernersville serves as the sole beneficiary and direct recipient of this congressionally mandated infrastructure project, which addresses localized bank erosion and enhances overall watershed health in the Beeson Creek area.

This action approves funding in the amount of $2,420,000 to the town of kernersville to implement its project for the proposed beeson creak stream restoration project as directed in the 2023 consolidated appropriations act or as identified in an approved technical correction if one has been approved for this project.activities:the activities to be performed include the execution and implementation of a water quality protection project. Workplan activities consist of: streambank stabilization, excavation of floodplain pools for water storage and habitat enhancement, and planting a diverse forest community to support wildlife. Subrecipient:no subawards are included in this assistance agreement.outcomes:the anticipated deliverables include streambank stabilization, installation of regenerative stormwater conveyance, address localized bank erosion, install log and boulder structures, install grade control structures, and excavation of floodplain pools. The expected outcomes include a decrease in downstream sedimentation, reduction in water treatment plant costs, lowered maintenance costs of riparian corridor, increased public involvement, increased number of NC cooperative extension, and increased number of public schools engaged. The intended beneficiaries include the town of kernersville, north carolina.