Water Development Commission

Water Development Commission is a U.S. state government entity and planning commission registered to receive federal awards since January 10, 2012. The organization primarily engages in water management and development projects through federal grant awards. While not explicitly stated in the provided information, it is likely that the Water Development Commission is responsible for overseeing water resources, infrastructure, and related projects within its jurisdiction. The commission has received both prime federal grant awards and sub-awards, indicating its involvement in various water-related initiatives at different levels of project management and execution.

The Water Development Commission's recent grant activities demonstrate its focus on critical water infrastructure and resource management projects. In March 2023, the commission received a cooperative agreement from the Bureau of Reclamation for the reconstruction of LaPrele Dam, which involves preconstruction activities such as engineering, design, and environmental compliance. This project aims to remove water restrictions, provide additional water to irrigators, and address safety concerns associated with the dam. Additionally, the commission participates in the Basin States Salinity Control Program through a project grant awarded in October 2021, also from the Bureau of Reclamation. As a sub-grantee, the Water Development Commission is involved in supporting and studying cloud seeding programs in the Upper Colorado River Basin, working under the Southern Nevada Water Authority. This sub-award includes purchasing meteorological forecasting and monitoring equipment to enhance cloud seeding programs' effectiveness and efficiency, as well as funding studies to evaluate existing and proposed projects.