Federal Formula Grant Award Summary

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Department of the Interior awarded $2.0 million to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) under the Sport Fish Restoration program (CFDA 15.605) to renovate and enhance recreational boating infrastructure in League City, Texas. The project, awarded February 15, 2026 with completion targeted for June 30, 2027, encompasses renovation, repair, and replacement of three launch lanes, two courtesy docks, one bulkhead, and concrete sidewalk improvements. The scope also includes parking facilities for vehicles and trailers, handicapped-accessible walking areas and parking spaces, as well as temporary and permanent signage during and after construction.

This award directly supports the Sport Fish Restoration program's mandate to provide public access to aquatic resources and improve boating facilities. The infrastructure improvements at this League City facility will enhance recreational fishing access and support public use of sport fish resources in the region. TPWD, as the lead state agency responsible for managing Texas' fish and wildlife resources, is well-positioned to execute this project, having demonstrated extensive capacity in managing federal grant-funded boating access and recreational infrastructure development initiatives through its portfolio of awards from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and other federal agencies.