EWP DSR 21-01-25-5082-030 and DSR 21-01-25-5082-032, 2025 spring floods - february 15 and 16 through april 6, KY statewide for implementation of recovery measures and debris removal

The National Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) awarded a $1,873,236.50 cooperative agreement to Marshall County Soil Conservation District on September 30, 2025, for implementation of emergency recovery measures and debris removal in response to spring floods that occurred February 15 and 16 through April 6, 2025, statewide across Kentucky under the Emergency Watershed Protection Program (CFDA 10.923).

The award funds runoff retardation, erosion prevention, and debris removal activities to relieve imminent hazards to life and property resulting from the 2025 flood event. Work is performed throughout Kentucky. The period of performance extends through October 2, 2026. The cooperative agreement covers two project designations: EWP DSR 21-01-25-5082-030 and EWP DSR 21-01-25-5082-032.

Under the Emergency Watershed Protection Program, the NRCS provides assistance to project sponsors implementing emergency recovery measures when a watershed impairment poses a threat to health, life, and property. Project sponsors furnish local cost share, obtain necessary land rights and permits, and carry out installation of work and any required operation and maintenance responsibilities.