High Hazard Potential Dam (HHPD)
Forecasted
The High Hazard Potential Dam grant from the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency funds research and engineering projects to improve dam safety and reduce risks in Pennsylvania.
Funder: Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency
Due Dates (Anticipated): December 2026 (Application Deadline) | August 2027 (FEMA State/Territory Application Deadline)
Funding Amounts: Typical award is up to 65% of project costs (federal share); 35% local match required; award duration up to 36 months; total annual funding pool varies (e.g., $11.4 million nationally in FY2026).
Summary: Supports the rehabilitation, repair, or removal of eligible high hazard potential dams in Pennsylvania to enhance public safety and infrastructure resilience.
Description
The High Hazard Potential Dam (HHPD) grant, administered by the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA), provides funding and technical support for the rehabilitation, repair, or removal of non-federal dams classified as "high hazard potential" in Pennsylvania. The program aims to reduce the risk of dam failure, improve public safety, and ensure compliance with state dam safety standards. Funding is available for planning, design, and construction activities, with a focus on projects that address significant threats to life and property.
