On June 2, the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) issued a notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) under their National Culvert Removal, Replacement, and Restoration Grant Program. This funding will support states, local governments, and tribes to meaningfully improve or restore migratory fish passage. Up to $800 million is available under this funding opportunity and applications are due no later than July 16, 2026.
Description
The purpose of the Culvert AOP Competitive Grant Program is to provide funding to eligible entities for the replacement, removal, and repair of culverts or weirs that meaningfully improve or restore fish passage for anadromous fish. Anadromous fish are born in freshwater and spend most of their lives in saltwater, returning to freshwater to spawn. Salmon are a well-known example of anadromous fish.
Eligibility
Eligible applicants
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Additional information
Eligible applicants under the Culvert AOP Competitive Grant Program are: States Units of local government Indian Tribes Projects eligible for funding are projects for the replacement, removal, or repair of culverts or weirs that: (1) would meaningfully improve or restore fish passage for anadromous fish; and (2) with respect to weirs, may include (A) infrastructure to facilitate fish passage around or over the weir; and (B) weir improvements (49 United States Code (U.S.C.) § 6703(b)).
Grantor contact information
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