West virginia conservation agency for north south mill creek sites 3 and 4 planning, grant county, WV under the PL566 watershed rehabilitation program

The Department of Agriculture National Resources Conservation Service awarded a $636,750 Cooperative Agreement to the West Virginia Conservation Agency on July 15, 2026, to support planning for North South Mill Creek Sites 3 and 4 under the Watershed Rehabilitation Program (CFDA 10.916) in Grant County, West Virginia.

The Watershed Rehabilitation Program provides technical and financial assistance to rehabilitate dams originally constructed with USDA Watershed Programs assistance, with the objective of extending dam life and meeting applicable safety and performance standards. The program requires that local sponsors demonstrate current operation and maintenance, secure necessary land rights and permits, commit to cost-share contributions, and maintain the capability to operate and maintain the rehabilitated dam for the project's life. Applicants must also establish that environmental, economic, and social benefits exceed project costs.

The West Virginia Conservation Agency, a state government entity based in Charleston, implements watershed-level improvements across the state focusing on flood prevention, water quality enhancement, and habitat restoration. The agency executes cooperative agreements with NRCS to address diverse conservation activities including dam rehabilitation, stream stabilization, obstruction removal, and technical assistance for watershed program coordination.

Performance of this award extends through December 31, 2028, with all work occurring in West Virginia.