Emergency watershed protection program - washington CO, MS. DSR 28-02-25-5329-430. Road and bank stabilization

The Department of Agriculture National Resources Conservation Service awarded a $198,787.88 Cooperative Agreement to Washington County, Mississippi, on September 16, 2025, under the Emergency Watershed Protection Program (CFDA 10.923) to fund road and bank stabilization efforts.

The award supports emergency recovery measures for runoff retardation and erosion prevention following a natural disaster in Washington County. The recipient, a local government entity based in Greenville, Mississippi, is responsible for implementation of stabilization work and any required operation and maintenance responsibilities. Performance runs through October 10, 2026, with work performed in Mississippi. The Emergency Watershed Protection Program assists sponsors and landowners in implementing measures to relieve imminent hazards to life and property created by watershed emergencies resulting from natural disasters. NRCS has not committed funds until notified of availability, and no funding covers activities undertaken by the sponsor prior to execution of the Cooperative Agreement.