Description
The FY26 National Dam Safety Program (NDSP) State Assistance Program provides competitive grants to eligible U.S. states and territories (excluding Alabama) to improve dam safety. Funding ($7.486 M total) supports targeted high‑hazard dam inspections, condition assessments, emergency action plan updates, regulatory enforcement, public outreach, cybersecurity awareness, and technical assistance. Applicants must have an approved state dam‑safety program, maintain a minimum level of non‑federal dam‑safety spending, and submit a single application through FEMA GO by September 2, 2026. Awards range from $50 k to $500 k, with up to 50 awards expected. The grant period is 24 months (Sept 1 2026 – Aug 31 2028). No cost‑share is required, but the state’s contribution may not exceed four times the federal award. Indirect costs are allowable.
• Eligible applicants: all U.S. states (except Alabama) and Puerto Rico; U.S. territories and DC.
• Funding focus: high‑hazard dam inspections, condition assessments, EAP development, enforcement actions, public awareness campaigns, cybersecurity training, best‑practice adoption.
• Award size: $50‑500 k per state; total anticipated $7.486 M.
• Application deadline: Sept 2 2026 (05:00 PM ET).
• Required registrations: active SAM.gov (UEI), Grants.gov, and FEMA GO accounts.
• Performance period: 24 months, beginning Sept 1 2026.
• Reporting: quarterly progress and financial reports, maintenance‑of‑effort documentation.