Floating Restroom Grants
Funds the installation and maintenance of ADA-accessible floating restrooms on California lakes to prevent water pollution from vessel sewage and improve water quality.
Funder: California Department of Parks and Recreation
Due Dates (Anticipated): December 2026 (application period closing for 2026-27 cycle)
Funding Amounts: Typical award covers the full procurement and delivery of ADA-accessible floating restrooms; recent grants range from ~$16,000 (O&M) to ~$226,000 (unit installation).
Summary: Supports government entities in California to install and maintain ADA-accessible floating restrooms on public lakes and reservoirs, preventing water pollution from vessel sewage.
Key Information: Only public agencies operating lakes/reservoirs open to the public are eligible; grantees must maintain facilities for 10 years.
Description
This program, administered by the California Department of Parks and Recreation’s Division of Boating and Waterways in partnership with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Clean Vessel Act, funds the procurement, delivery, and provision of ADA-accessible floating restrooms for use on California lakes and reservoirs. The initiative aims to prevent sewage from entering waterways and to improve recreational boating experiences by supporting the development, deployment, operation, and maintenance of floating restroom units. The program is part of a federal effort to reduce water pollution from vessel sewage discharges and is supported by both federal and state matching funds.
