This action approves funding in the amount of $2,533,400.00 to south carolina department of environmental services to implement its nonpoint source management program, focusing on watersheds with…

This action approves funding in the amount of $2,533,400.00 to south carolina department of environmental services to implement its nonpoint source management program, focusing on watersheds with water quality impairments caused by polluted run-off from nonpoint sources. Nonpoint source implementation projects include a variety of structural and non-structural best management practices (bmps), watershed planning, monitoring, technology demonstrations and a variety of education/outreach programs. Activities:the proposed work in this agreement includes: seven projects that will support 319 implementation projects to reduce or prevent NPS pollution. 319 implementation projects may include repair or replacement of failing septic tanks, agricultural bmps, streambank repair, infiltration practices, stormwater improvement practices, green infrastructure, and protection efforts. Subrecipient:pending subawards for forestry best management compliance program for $316,666 and watershed implementation projects to be determined after state selection process for $2,021,955.outcomes:anticipated deliverables include annual and final reports and expected outcomes include collect and analyze monthly samples, perform macroinvertebrate assessments statewide, measure chlorophyll levels, update nonpoint source monitoring, and maintain a database to track permits, inspections, and compliance and enforcement actions. Direct beneficiaries include all residents of the state, both permanent and temporary.