Opportunity Information: Apply for DHS 09 FEMA 041 2215
Apply for DHS 09 FEMA 041 2215
- The Department of Homeland Security FEMA in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "National Dam Safety State Assistance Grants" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 97.041 National Dam Safety Program.
- This funding opportunity was created on Apr 28, 2009 and posted on Apr 28, 2009.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 30, 2009. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $7,550,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 50 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- State Dam Safety Community
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Opportunity Summary:
The National Dam Safety State Assistance Grants opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number DHS 09 FEMA 041 2215) is a discretionary grant program administered by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security through FEMA under the National Dam Safety Program (CFDA 97.041). Its core purpose is to strengthen and sustain state-level dam safety programs by providing federal funding to help states and Puerto Rico prevent dam failures and reduce the risks dams may pose to downstream communities, infrastructure, and the environment.
FEMA anticipated making fifty awards in total, funding 49 states plus the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, with an estimated total program amount of $7,550,000. The funds are intended to support the development and ongoing maintenance of comprehensive dam safety programs at the state level. In practical terms, this includes building and improving the legal and regulatory framework that governs dams, such as establishing or enhancing state authority over dam design, construction, operation, and long-term maintenance. The program also emphasizes direct safety actions, including conducting dam inspections to identify deficiencies or hazards and ensuring that dam owners and regulators have a clear picture of dam condition and performance.
A major focus of the assistance is Emergency Action Planning (EAP). The grant supports the development and improvement of EAPs for dams, which are the plans that outline how dam owners, emergency managers, and local officials will respond if a dam shows signs of distress or fails. Strong EAPs typically include notification procedures, communication protocols, inundation mapping considerations, and coordination steps that can save lives by enabling faster warnings and evacuations.
Eligibility is aimed at the state dam safety community, meaning the relevant state agencies responsible for dam safety oversight, along with Puerto Rico. The listing indicates there is no cost-sharing or matching requirement, which means eligible applicants generally are not required to provide a non-federal match to receive the federal funds. The opportunity was posted on April 28, 2009, with an application closing date of June 30, 2009, and it was archived on July 30, 2009. The grants.gov page was provided as the official source link for the full announcement and application materials.
For assistance accessing the full announcement or for program-specific questions, the listed contact was Rita J. Henry, Program Specialist for the National Dam Safety Program at FEMA, reachable by phone at 202-646-2704 or by email at rita.henry@dhs.gov.
National Dam Safety State Assistance Grants (DHS 09 FEMA 041 2215) - FAQs
What is the National Dam Safety State Assistance Grants opportunity?
It is a discretionary federal grant opportunity administered by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) through FEMA under the National Dam Safety Program. The purpose is to strengthen and sustain state-level dam safety programs by providing funding that helps prevent dam failures and reduce risks to downstream communities, infrastructure, and the environment.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON) for this grant?
The Funding Opportunity Number is DHS 09 FEMA 041 2215.
What CFDA number is associated with this program?
The program is listed under CFDA 97.041.
Who administers this grant program?
The program is administered by FEMA within the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), under the National Dam Safety Program.
What is the main purpose of this funding?
The core purpose is to support the development and ongoing maintenance of comprehensive state dam safety programs, with an emphasis on preventing dam failures and reducing downstream risks to people, infrastructure, and the environment.
How many awards did FEMA anticipate making?
FEMA anticipated making fifty awards in total.
Which jurisdictions were expected to receive awards?
The anticipated awards covered 49 states plus the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.
What was the estimated total program funding amount?
The estimated total program amount was $7,550,000.
What types of activities can the grant funds support?
Based on the opportunity description, funding is intended to support comprehensive state-level dam safety program activities, including:
- Developing and maintaining state dam safety programs.
- Building or improving legal and regulatory frameworks for dams.
- Establishing or enhancing state authority over dam design, construction, operation, and long-term maintenance.
- Conducting dam inspections to identify deficiencies or hazards.
- Improving Emergency Action Planning (EAP) for dams.
Does this program support improvements to state dam safety laws and regulations?
Yes. The opportunity specifically mentions building and improving the legal and regulatory framework governing dams, including authority over dam design, construction, operation, and long-term maintenance.
Are dam inspections an eligible or emphasized use of funds?
Yes. The program emphasizes direct safety actions such as conducting inspections to identify deficiencies or hazards and to support a clearer understanding of dam condition and performance.
What is Emergency Action Planning (EAP) in the context of this grant?
Emergency Action Planning (EAP) refers to the planning used by dam owners, emergency managers, and local officials to respond if a dam shows signs of distress or fails. The grant supports the development and improvement of these plans.
What elements of Emergency Action Planning are highlighted?
The description highlights that strong EAPs typically include notification procedures, communication protocols, inundation mapping considerations, and coordination steps designed to speed warnings and evacuations to help save lives.
Who is eligible to apply for this grant?
Eligibility is aimed at the state dam safety community, specifically the relevant state agencies responsible for dam safety oversight, along with the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.
Are local governments, dam owners, or private organizations listed as eligible applicants?
No. The provided information states eligibility is aimed at state agencies responsible for dam safety oversight and Puerto Rico.
Is there a cost-share or matching requirement?
No. The listing indicates there is no cost-sharing or matching requirement, meaning eligible applicants generally are not required to provide a non-federal match to receive federal funds.
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on April 28, 2009.
What was the application closing date?
The application closing date was June 30, 2009.
When was the opportunity archived?
The opportunity was archived on July 30, 2009.
Where could applicants find the official announcement and application materials?
The Grants.gov page was provided as the official source link for the full announcement and application materials.
Who was the program contact for questions about this opportunity?
The listed contact was Rita J. Henry, Program Specialist for the National Dam Safety Program at FEMA.
How can the program contact be reached?
Rita J. Henry could be reached by phone at 202-646-2704 or by email at rita.henry@dhs.gov.
What outcomes is the program trying to achieve?
The program is intended to help prevent dam failures and reduce the risks dams may pose to downstream communities, infrastructure, and the environment, including through stronger state oversight, inspections, and improved Emergency Action Planning.
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