Opportunity Information: Apply for F14AS00166
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- The Fish and Wildlife Service in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Removal of Centreville Dam, Centreville, MD Hurricane Sandy Disaster Relief, DOI Proj MD089" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.677 Hurricane Sandy Disaster Relief Activities FWS.
- This funding opportunity was created on Apr 24, 2014 and posted on Apr 24, 2014.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 24, 2014. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $91,475.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $91,475.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility.
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Opportunity Summary:
The grant opportunity titled "Removal of Centreville Dam, Centreville, MD Hurricane Sandy Disaster Relief, DOI Proj MD089" (Funding Opportunity Number F14AS00166) is a U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) discretionary funding announcement focused on removing the Centreville Dam from Gravel Run in Centreville, Maryland. The central purpose of the project is dam removal as a practical, on-the-ground restoration action that addresses both environmental recovery and flood-risk reduction in areas affected by Hurricane Sandy. By taking out the dam, the project is intended to reverse impacts caused by the impoundment, reconnect the stream system, and improve the condition of the surrounding riparian corridor.
A major emphasis of the project is ecological restoration. Removing the dam is expected to restore the impounded sections of Gravel Run to a more natural stream state, which can improve habitat quality and overall ecosystem function. The announcement highlights benefits such as restoring riparian habitat, improving fish and wildlife habitat, and reestablishing fish passage. Fish passage is a key outcome because dams often block movement to spawning and feeding areas; reopening that connectivity can support healthier aquatic populations and improve biodiversity within the watershed.
The opportunity also frames dam removal as a flood resiliency and public safety measure. The project is described as increasing flood resiliency within the stream, reducing downstream flood impacts, and increasing public safety. In practical terms, removing an aging or obstructive dam can reduce the risk of dam-related hazards, lessen the likelihood of sudden failure events, and improve the stream's ability to convey flows in a way that reduces flooding pressures on downstream areas. These aims align with the broader Hurricane Sandy disaster relief intent to not only repair damage, but also to invest in actions that reduce future flood hazards.
This funding is issued as a cooperative agreement, which generally indicates the federal agency expects to have substantial involvement during the project, such as coordination, technical input, or collaboration on implementation and oversight. The award is explicitly tied to collaboratively developed priority projects in Hurricane Sandy disaster areas, with an emphasis on efforts carried out in coordination with local communities. The activity category is listed as "Other," clarified as Hurricane Sandy Disaster Relief under Public Law 113-2, and the associated CFDA number is 15.677 (Hurricane Sandy Disaster Relief Activities, FWS). The program description consistently reinforces that the project is part of a disaster-relief strategy that combines environmental resource restoration with hazard mitigation.
Financially, the opportunity was structured as a single expected award with a fixed total amount of $91,475, and both the award ceiling and floor are also $91,475, signaling a set project budget rather than a range. No cost sharing or matching requirement is listed, meaning applicants were not required to provide matching funds as a condition of receiving the award. Eligibility is described as unrestricted (open to any type of entity), subject to any additional eligibility clarifications contained in the full announcement.
The posting and timeline information indicates the opportunity was posted on April 24, 2014, with an original and current closing date of May 24, 2014, and it was later archived on May 12, 2015. Additional details were available through Grants.gov via the link provided in the notice. For access issues or questions about the full announcement, the listed contact person was Cheryle Lawrence at cherylelawrence@fws.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the title of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "Removal of Centreville Dam, Centreville, MD Hurricane Sandy Disaster Relief, DOI Proj MD089."
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is F14AS00166.
Which federal agency is offering this funding?
The funding announcement is issued by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS).
What is the main purpose of the project described in this opportunity?
The central purpose is to remove the Centreville Dam from Gravel Run in Centreville, Maryland, as an on-the-ground restoration action that supports environmental recovery and reduces flood risk in areas affected by Hurricane Sandy.
Where will the funded work take place?
The project location is Gravel Run in Centreville, Maryland, and specifically involves removal of the Centreville Dam.
How does dam removal support environmental restoration?
Removing the dam is intended to reverse impacts caused by the impoundment, reconnect the stream system, and improve the condition of the surrounding riparian corridor. It is expected to restore the impounded sections of Gravel Run toward a more natural stream state, improving habitat quality and overall ecosystem function.
What ecological benefits are highlighted in the announcement?
The announcement highlights restoring riparian habitat, improving fish and wildlife habitat, and reestablishing fish passage as key expected benefits.
Why is fish passage emphasized as an outcome?
Fish passage is emphasized because dams can block movement to spawning and feeding areas. Reopening connectivity can support healthier aquatic populations and improve biodiversity within the watershed.
How is this project connected to Hurricane Sandy disaster relief?
The project is framed as part of a Hurricane Sandy disaster-relief strategy that combines environmental resource restoration with hazard mitigation. It is tied to collaboratively developed priority projects in Hurricane Sandy disaster areas.
Does the opportunity address flood resiliency and public safety?
Yes. The project is described as increasing flood resiliency within the stream, reducing downstream flood impacts, and increasing public safety.
How can removing a dam reduce flood impacts or safety risks?
The notice describes dam removal as a way to lessen downstream flood impacts and improve public safety, including reducing dam-related hazards and the likelihood of sudden failure events, while improving how the stream conveys flows.
What type of award instrument is planned?
The funding is issued as a cooperative agreement.
What does it mean that this award is a cooperative agreement?
A cooperative agreement generally indicates the federal agency expects to have substantial involvement during the project, such as coordination, technical input, or collaboration on implementation and oversight.
What is the activity category for this funding opportunity?
The activity category is listed as "Other," clarified as Hurricane Sandy Disaster Relief under Public Law 113-2.
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The associated CFDA number is 15.677, listed as Hurricane Sandy Disaster Relief Activities (FWS).
How much funding is available under this opportunity?
The total funding amount is $91,475.
Is the funding amount a range or a fixed amount?
It appears to be a fixed amount. The expected number of awards is one, and the award ceiling and award floor are both $91,475.
How many awards were expected to be made?
The opportunity was structured as a single expected award.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No cost sharing or matching requirement is listed for this opportunity.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is described as unrestricted (open to any type of entity), subject to any additional eligibility clarifications contained in the full announcement.
Where could applicants find the full announcement and application details?
Additional details were available through Grants.gov via the link provided in the notice.
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on April 24, 2014.
What was the closing date for applications?
The original and current closing date listed is May 24, 2014.
Is this opportunity still active?
No. The notice indicates it was archived on May 12, 2015.
Who is the listed point of contact for questions?
The listed contact person is Cheryle Lawrence.
What is the contact email provided in the announcement?
The contact email is cherylelawrence@fws.gov.
Does the announcement emphasize coordination with local communities?
Yes. The award is described as tied to collaboratively developed priority projects in Hurricane Sandy disaster areas, with an emphasis on efforts carried out in coordination with local communities.
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