Formula Grant F25AF02381
- This $3,018,324 Formula Grant awarded by the U.S. Department of the Interior Fish and Wildlife Service under the Sport Fish Restoration program (CFDA 15.605) supports the Arkansas Game & Fish Commission's efforts to enhance statewide fishing opportunities in Arkansas. The key objectives to be accomplished by June 30, 2026 include: assessing fish populations in 50 water bodies, determining angler utilization of 4 public waters, increasing sport fish production and angler usage at 10 private...
- This $136,136 Formula Grant, awarded by the U.S. Department of the Interior Fish and Wildlife Service under the State Wildlife Grants (CFDA 15.634) program, will fund the Arkansas Game & Fish Commission to conduct the following activities: Assess glades and woodlands in northwestern Arkansas to improve restoration prioritization within the conservation opportunity area. Restore and improve the quality of 1,028 acres of Ozark glade and woodland habitat across four sites in northwestern...
- The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) awarded a $2,250,000 Project Grant under the National Fish Passage Program (CFDA 15.685) to the Arkansas Game & Fish Commission (AGFC) to mitigate five low water crossings in the Robinson Creek watershed. The project aims to restore Robinson Creek as a free-flowing stream for approximately 150 miles by removing or replacing the crossings with box culverts or span bridges. This will improve sediment transport, water quality, and aquatic habitat...
- The U.S. Department of the Interior Fish and Wildlife Service has awarded a $2,213,599.99 Formula Grant under the Sport Fish Restoration program (CFDA 15.605) to the Arkansas Game & Fish Commission (AGFC). The grant aims to enhance statewide fishing opportunities for Arkansas anglers from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. The key products and services to be delivered through this grant include: Determining the status of fish populations on approximately 50 bodies of water Assessing...
- The U.S. Department of the Interior Fish and Wildlife Service awarded the Arkansas Game & Fish Commission (AGFC) a $260,000 Formula Grant under the Sport Fish Restoration program (CFDA 15.605). The grant aims to increase aquatic resources awareness, angling techniques, and angler participation statewide in Arkansas through the following key activities by June 30, 2026: Educate 18,000 students through a mobile aquarium program Inform and communicate with 150,000 Arkansans through outreach...
- This federal Formula Grant award from the U.S. Department of the Interior Fish and Wildlife Service under the Sport Fish Restoration program (CFDA 15.605) provides $1,322,000.00 to the Arkansas Game & Fish Commission to operate and maintain at least 300 public lakes and access areas for anglers and boaters across the state by June 30, 2026. The grant objectives include operating 20 levees, dams, and water control structures on public lakes. The award will fund the continued maintenance and...
- The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has awarded a $10,000,000 Project Grant under the Fish and Wildlife Management Assistance program (CFDA 15.608) to the Arkansas Game & Fish Commission (Agfc), a state government agency. The funding will be used over a 4-year period from Aug 1, 2023 to Jun 30, 2027 to design, engineer, and construct crucial infrastructure upgrades at two state fish hatcheries operated by Agfc. The project aims to modernize the water usage and recirculation capabilities at...
- The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service awarded the Arkansas Game & Fish Commission (AGFC) a $809,756.95 Project Grant under the National Wildlife Refuge System Enhancements program (CFDA 15.654). The purpose of this grant is to protect, restore, and enhance critical wetland habitats on public lands in the Arkansas Mississippi Alluvial Valley. The key objectives are to: 1) Protect and enhance bottomland hardwood forests to reduce stressed/dead timber, promote red oak regeneration, and increase...
- This $1,177,700 Formula Grant award from the U.S. Department of the Interior Fish and Wildlife Service under the Sport Fish Restoration program (CFDA 15.605) will fund the Arkansas Game & Fish Commission (AGFC) to operate and maintain public lakes and access areas for use by anglers and boaters across the state. The key objectives are to maintain and operate at least 300 public lakes and access areas, as well as 20 levees, dams, and water control structures, by June 30, 2025. This funding...
- This $260,000 Formula Grant award from the U.S. Department of the Interior Fish and Wildlife Service under the Sport Fish Restoration program (CFDA 15.605) supports the Arkansas Game & Fish Commission's efforts to increase aquatic resources awareness, angling techniques, and angler participation statewide. Key activities include: Educating 15,000 students through a mobile aquarium program, informing and communicating with 150,000 Arkansans through outreach using the mobile aquarium,...
This $426,556.56 Formula Grant award from the U.S. Department of the Interior Fish and Wildlife Service (CFDA 15.634 - State Wildlife Grants) will support the Arkansas Game & Fish Commission in restoring stream network connectivity and reducing sediment loads in the Alum Fork of the Upper Saline River. The project will remove and replace a high priority fish passage barrier, improving aquatic habitat for numerous species of conservation concern in this ecologically sensitive waterbody. The Nature Conservancy will serve as a sub-recipient on the project, which is expected to be completed by September 30, 2027. The grant funding will provide a demonstration site for educational outreach on the importance of enhancing stream connectivity and ecological conditions to improve the adaptive capacity of aquatic ecosystems.
Mod # | Description | ReasonForModification | Federal Obligation | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Not listed | $277.2k | 8/12/25 |