Eligible activities are: 1. Non-construction activities including project planning and field data collection; design and engineering; and permitting. 2. Construction activities including preconstruction activities (e.g. bidding services, materials testing, fabrication, etc.), and construction (e.g. construction activities, engineering services). Only work that intends to meet the goals of the Massachusetts Stream Crossing Standards1 will be considered for funding. Incorporating these Standards into culvert replacement designs will improve river function and access for fish and wildlife, and will reduce hazards to public safety, such as flooding, culvert failure, and road washout. Projects should be designed to facilitate fish & wildlife passage, maintain the natural movement of water and sediment through the stream crossing, and reconnect upstream and downstream habitat. Interested applicants should refer to an overview of the Stream Crossing Standards in Appendix A. Each applicant may submit only one grant application for this funding opportunity.
