Funder: Bureau of Reclamation
Due Dates: April 17, 2026 (by 4:00 p.m. MDT)
Funding Amounts: Up to $30,000,000 per award; total program funding estimated at $43,500,000; federal cost-share up to 25% of total project cost.
Summary: Supports planning, design, and construction of small surface and groundwater storage projects (200–30,000 acre-feet) to enhance water supply reliability and flexibility in the western U.S., Alaska, and Hawaii.
Key Information: 75% non-federal cost share required; feasibility study due by February 13, 2026; strong emphasis on multi-benefit and stakeholder-supported projects.