Safety of Dams on Indian Lands
Program Funding
Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.
Funded Projects
Examples of what this program has supported.
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Program Objective
To improve the structural integrity of dams on Indian lands, including operations and maintenance of these dams.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants
- Federally recognized tribes
- Native American organizations
Federally Recognized Indian Tribal Governments and Native American Organizations authorized by Indian tribal governments to be benefited by the award.
Beneficiaries
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- 9
Federally Recognized Indian Tribal Governments and their members and Native American Organizations.
How to Apply
Application Procedure
Initial applications must contain the information specified in 25 CFR Part 900, Subpart C, "Contract Proposal Contents." For the rehabilitation construction, applications must contain the information specified in 25 CFR Part 900, Subpart J, "Construction." An Indian tribe or tribal organization that wishes to secure a construction project should contact the appropriate local BIA agency office listed in Appendix IV of the Catalog.
Award Procedure
In most cases, the award will be approved at the regional level with the approval of BIA Dam Safety Officer.
Applications for construction projects will be processed within 90 days after receipt of the final proposal.
Program details & compliance
Use of Funds
Allowed Uses
Funds allow for the inspection, operation and maintenance, early warning systems, and emergency action plans of high and significant hazard dams under the responsibility of the Bureau of Indian Affairs, and for safety of dam rehabilitation construction necessary to correct identified deficiencies on the most unsafe dams. Financial awards are specific to a given site and awards are restricted to Indian tribes or tribal organizations affected by the projects.
Required Documentation
The application must be accompanied by a resolution of the governing body of the Indian tribe.
Reporting & Compliance
Applicable 2 CFR 200 Subparts
- Subpart B — General Provisions
- Subpart C — Pre-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart D — Post-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart E — Cost Principles
- Subpart F — Audit Requirements