Ewpp buchanan CO, VA. DSR 51_09_25_5036_001. Remove debris and install stabilization measures

The Department of Agriculture National Resources Conservation Service awarded Buchanan County, Virginia a $4.048 million Cooperative Agreement on May 7, 2026, under the Emergency Watershed Protection Program (CFDA 10.923) to remove debris and install streambank stabilization measures in response to watershed impairment and natural-disaster mitigation.

Work is performed in Buchanan County, Virginia, with performance scheduled through November 1, 2027. The Emergency Watershed Protection Program assists sponsors and landowners in implementing emergency recovery measures for runoff retardation and erosion prevention to relieve imminent hazards to life and property created by natural disasters. Under this award, Buchanan County serves as the project sponsor and will carry out debris removal and stabilization work to address watershed emergency conditions. The cooperative agreement specifies Buchanan County's responsibilities for local cost-share, land rights, permitting, and operation and maintenance of completed work.