Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia
Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION
Chapter 600-5 - GRANTS
Subject 600-5-5 - AGRICULTURAL NONPOINT SOURCE GRANTS
Rule 600-5-5-.07 - The Criteria for the Award of the Grant
Current through Rules and Regulations filed through September 23, 2024
The Recipient must have one (1) or more acres in size in an area identified as having a water quality impairment or high potential for impairment from NPS pollution from agricultural activities. The recipient must have a demonstrated need for the BMP's and resources adequate to meet minimum participation levels.
Priority for grant applications is assigned primarily on the basis of:
1. The seriousness of the NPS problem.
2. The degree of innovation which can be demonstrated to solve the problem.
3. Control of interstate problems.
4. The degree of surface and groundwater protection afforded.
Other factors considered include watershed priority, available funds, development of water quality parameters and documentation of BMP effectiveness. Repeat grants are available but contingent on prior satisfactory progress.
O.C.G.A. Secs. 2-6-27; 12-2-4; 12-2-6; 12-2-7.
