STATEMAP The State Component of the National Cooperative Geologic Mapping Program | Apply Online

Opportunity Summary:

The STATEMAP opportunity is a federal discretionary grant offered by the U.S. Geological Survey under the National Cooperative Geologic Mapping Program (NCGMP). Its purpose is to help states build and improve detailed geologic maps and related data that form the foundational geologic framework for areas that matter most to a state. In practical terms, the program is meant to support mapping efforts where better geologic information will directly improve decision-making tied to a state's economic needs, public safety and infrastructure, natural resource management, and important scientific questions.

The core objective is straightforward: identify and map places where geologic understanding is most urgently needed, then produce high-quality geologic map information that can be used to address real-world problems. The program specifically emphasizes mapping in areas with multiple overlapping needs (for example, where land use planning, groundwater concerns, and hazard mitigation all intersect) as well as areas with a single issue that is especially compelling (such as a landslide-prone corridor, a groundwater supply area, or a region with critical mineral, aggregate, or energy resource questions). It also targets locations where mapping is necessary to solve pressing earth science problems, which can include clarifying faulting, stratigraphy, aquifer geometry, or geologic conditions that affect engineering, environmental remediation, or hazard risk.

A key feature of STATEMAP is that mapping priorities are set at the state level rather than federally prescribed. The State Geologist leads the prioritization process, but must do so in consultation with a State Mapping Advisory Committee that is multi-representational, meaning it is intended to reflect a mix of relevant stakeholders and perspectives. To remain eligible, the state must have this advisory committee (or an equivalent body) meet annually. This requirement reinforces that the mapping program is guided by on-the-ground state needs and that priorities are reviewed regularly rather than being static.

Funding is provided through a cooperative agreement, which typically indicates a more collaborative relationship with the federal agency than a standard grant, often involving federal involvement in project coordination, technical alignment, or oversight consistent with program rules. The opportunity includes a cost sharing or matching requirement, meaning the recipient must contribute non-federal resources toward the project (for example, state funds, staff time, or other qualifying match) as part of the overall project budget. The listed award ceiling for this opportunity is $300,000, setting the maximum federal amount that could be awarded under this specific funding announcement.

Eligibility is tightly defined. Only State Geological Surveys are eligible to apply under the authority of the National Geologic Mapping Act (referenced as Public Law 111-11). Because many State Geological Surveys are housed within a state university system, a state university may submit an application on behalf of the State Geological Survey, but the project must be the Survey's application and meet the program's conditions, including the advisory committee requirement. The funding activity category is classified under science and technology and other research and development, and the CFDA number associated with the program is 15.810 (National Cooperative Geologic Mapping Program).

This particular announcement (Funding Opportunity Number 11HQPA0005) was posted and created on August 24, 2010, with an original and current closing date of November 4, 2010, and an archive date of December 4, 2010. For access issues related to the full announcement, the listed contact is Kimberly Dove, Grant Specialist, reachable by phone at 703-648-7487.

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