Federal Grant Award Summary

The State of Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) received a $3.32 million formula grant from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 10 under the Nonpoint Source Implementation Grants program (CFDA 66.460) for the period January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2031. The grant supports Idaho's implementation of its nonpoint source management program by funding nine subawards to local entities designed to reduce water quality impairments caused by nonpoint source pollution. Deliverables include an annual progress report, data submissions to the National Nonpoint Source Database, and a water quality workshop hosted by the state.

The grant-funded activities encompass on-the-ground implementation of best management practices (BMPs) across agricultural and stream restoration projects. Specific focus areas include habitat improvements, farming BMPs to reduce thermal loading, nutrient and sediment loads, and water conservation measures for instream uses. The anticipated environmental outcomes are reductions in sediment, thermal loading, nitrogen, and phosphorous discharges across the nine subaward projects, resulting in cleaner water and improved aquatic habitat throughout Idaho. Benefits extend to all state residents and occupants who depend on Idaho's water resources and healthier stream ecosystems.