This agreement provides support to the state of idaho to implement its nonpoint source management program under section 319 of the clean water act, focusing on watersheds with water quality…

This agreement provides support to the state of idaho to implement its nonpoint source management program under section 319 of the clean water act, focusing on watersheds with water quality impairments caused by polluted run-off from nonpoint sources. The purpose of the award is to fund nonpoint source implementation projects include a variety of structural and non-structural best management practices (BMPS), watershed planning, and education/outreach programs.activities:this grant is used for the implementation of idaho's nonpoint sources management program as described in their 2020-2025 nonpoint source plan. Idaho supports an extensive subaward program which funds projects across the state to address nonpoint source issues. WIT this grant, they are funding up to twelve projects that will implement habitat and farming best management practices to improve water temperature, reduce nutrients and stream sediment as well as conserve water for in stream uses. They will also host a water quality workshop. Subrecipient:the 12 subawards funded under this grant will fund on-the-ground projects that are designed to reduce nonpoint source pollution through implementation of agricultural BMPS and steam stabilization and restoration projects.outcomes:the anticipated deliverables are an annual report that describes the work that has occurred under the grant, data input to the national nonpoint source database and a water quality workshop. The expected environmental outcomes include reductions in sediment, nitrogen and phosphorous from twelve subawards to local entities. The intended beneficiary is cleaner water and improved habitat for aquatic species across the state of idaho and all state residents and occupants who benefit from cleaner water and healthier streams.