Clean Water Act Section 319(h) Grants
Forecasted
The Clean Water Act Section 319(h) Grants from the Indiana Department of Environmental Management fund science-based projects to reduce nonpoint source water pollution and improve watershed health in Indiana.
Funder: Indiana Department of Environmental Management
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2027 (Notice of Intent) | September 2027 (Application)
Funding Amounts: ~$3 million total available per year; typical awards fund up to 15 projects; 60% grant/40% match (or 80%/20% for watershed plan development); projects may not exceed 4 years.
Summary: Supports Indiana projects that reduce nonpoint source water pollution through education, watershed planning, and best management practices.
Key Information: 40% non-federal match required (20% for plan development); only applicants submitting a Notice of Intent may apply.
Description
The Clean Water Act Section 319(h) Grants, administered by the Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM), fund projects that address nonpoint source (NPS) water pollution across Indiana. Eligible activities include watershed assessments, development and implementation of Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs) and watershed management plans, technical assistance, educational outreach, and demonstration of innovative or pilot technologies. The program prioritizes projects that deliver measurable water quality improvements, especially in priority watersheds, and emphasizes collaboration between IDEM project managers and grantees. A significant focus is placed on education, behavioral change, best management practices (BMPs), and comprehensive watershed planning and implementation.
