43 C.F.R. § 404.15
How can I request assistance under the program?
Cite as 43 C.F.R. § 404.15 (2026)
This table summarizes the requirements for requesting assistance under the program. The requirements are described in more detail in the sections that follow.
Type of assistance requested
How to request assistance
1. Request Reclamation to conduct an appraisal investigation
Submit a statement of interest as described in § 404.16. Reclamation will then advise you whether you are eligible to submit a full proposal.
2. Request funding to conduct an appraisal investigation yourself or through a contractor
Submit a statement of interest as described in § 404.16. Reclamation will then advise you whether you are eligible to submit a full proposal.
3. Request Reclamation to conduct a feasibility study
Submit a full proposal as described in § 404.20.
4. Request funding to conduct a feasibility study yourself or through a contractor
Submit a full proposal as described in § 404.20.
5. Request Reclamation to review and approve an appraisal investigation or a feasibility study completed without Reclamation assistance
Submit the investigation or study and a cover letter to your local Reclamation office, as described in § 404.25.
- Cross-references to the CFR
- 404.16.404.20.404.25.