Ermergency watershed protection program in franklin CO in. Streambank stabilization of erosion big cedar creek and big cedar RD due to march 2026 flooding

The Department of Agriculture National Resources Conservation Service awarded a Cooperative Agreement to Franklin County, Indiana totaling $1,283,476.20 on July 1, 2026, under the Emergency Watershed Protection Program (CFDA 10.923) to fund streambank stabilization of erosion along Big Cedar Creek and Big Cedar Road in Franklin County resulting from March 2026 flooding.

Franklin County, doing business as Auditor's Office, serves as the project sponsor and recipient for emergency recovery measures addressing imminent hazards to life and property created by the natural disaster. The work takes place in Indiana and runs through October 10, 2026. The EWP Program assists sponsors, landowners, and operators in implementing emergency recovery measures for runoff retardation and erosion prevention to relieve threats posed by watershed impairment due to natural disasters. Project sponsors must apply within 60 days of the disaster occurrence and are responsible for furnishing local cost share, obtaining necessary land rights and permits, and carrying out operation and maintenance responsibilities. NRCS enters into a Cooperative Agreement with the sponsor specifying responsibilities before releasing financial assistance and does not provide funding for activities undertaken prior to agreement execution.