CWA 319(h) Grants
Announcement – Nevada Nonpoint Source Pollution Reduction 319(h) Grant Funding Opportunity
The NDEP Nonpoint Source Branch solicited proposals for watershed-based planning efforts and implementation projects that mitigate and/or protect waters from nonpoint source pollution on 8/5/2026. The 2026 GFO is now closed. Grant funding awards are anticipated to be announced in early 2027. Please check back for future GFO announcements.
For any questions or more information about the 319(h) Grant Funding Opportunity or the Nonpoint Source Program, please contact: ndepnpsgrants [at] ndep.nv.gov
Nonpoint Source Grant Program
The Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP) 319(h) Nonpoint Source Program (NPS Program) provides grant funding to qualifying counties, conservation districts, higher education institutions, regional agencies, and nonprofit organizations to improve conditions of Nevada’s watersheds and protect against nonpoint source (NPS) water pollution.
NPS water pollution occurs when rain, snowmelt and irrigation water flows over developed or disturbed land, carrying with it contaminants including oil, sediment, pesticides, bacteria and nutrients. This contaminated water makes its way into Nevada’s waterways either directly or through storm drains. Nonpoint source pollution continues to be a significant threat to Nevada’s waterways. Implementing water quality restoration projects and educating our citizens on how they can help will reduce that threat.
The grants support development of watershed-based plans that focus on reductions in nonpoint source pollution. Proposals are reviewed by a Technical Advisory Committee and ranked on project merit.
Project proponents are encouraged to work with NPS Program staff prior to submitting a proposal to ensure that it is eligible, complete and competitive. Projects that are not eligible and complete will be returned without review.
Discover the latest initiatives and collaborative achievements from the Nonpoint Source Program by exploring Nevada’s Nonpoint Source Program 2025 Annual Report and reviewing the full list of projects managed by NDEP’s Nonpoint Source Program during Federal Fiscal Year 2025.