Beach Erosion Control Projects
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Program Accomplishments
Not reported.
Uses and Use Restrictions
Corps of Engineers designs and constructs the project.
Each project selected must be engineering feasible, complete within itself, and economically justified.
The nonfederal sponsoring agency must agree to: (1) Share equally in cash and in-kind services for feasibility studies; (2) share in the cost of the project, including a cash contribution, providing the necessary lands, easements, right-of-way, and relocations required for the project; (3) assume full responsibility for all project costs in excess of the Federal cost limit of $2,000,000; (4) hold and save the United States free from damages; (5) assure that water pollution that would affect the health of bathers will not be permitted; (6) assure continued public ownership or public use of the beach, and its administration for public use; (7) provide project maintenance; and (8) provide and maintain necessary access roads, parking areas and other public use facilities open and available to all on equal terms.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicant Eligibility
States, political subdivisions of States or other responsible local agencies established under State law with full authority and ability to undertake necessary legal and financial responsibilities.
Beneficiary Eligibility
States, political subdivisions of States or other responsible local agencies established under State law with full authority and ability to undertake necessary legal and financial responsibilities.
Credentials/Documentation
Applicants must furnish evidence of legal authorization, financial capability, and willingness to provide all necessary local participation and required cooperation.
Aplication and Award Process
Preapplication Coordination
State or local government officials should consult the nearest District Engineer regarding specific problems and the possibility of remedial action under this program.
An environmental impact statement is also required.
This program is eligible for coverage under E.O.
12372, "Intergovernmental Review of Federal Programs." An applicant should consult the office or official designated as the single point of contact in his or her State for more information on the process the State requires to be followed in applying for assistance, if the State has selected the program for review.
Application Procedures
Formal letter to the District Engineer from a prospective sponsoring agency indicating clear intent to provide all required local participation.
Award Procedures
The Division Engineer approves an individual project upon the basis of a comprehensive investigation and report by the District Engineer. Advertising and award are subject to availability of funds from the Chief of Engineers.
Deadlines
None.
Authorization
River and Harbor Act of 1962, Section 103, as amended, Public Law 87-874, 33 U.S.C. 426g.
Range of Approval/Disapproval Time
Not applicable.
Appeals
Not applicable.
Renewals
Not applicable.
Assistance Considerations
Formula and Matching Requirements
Project planning studies are undertaken in a single feasibility phase. The first $100,000 is federally funded. Additional study costs are shared 50/50 with local sponsor. Local cost participation requirements and procedures for determining the local share of project cost are similar to those for beach erosion control projects specifically authorized by Congress under regular authorization procedures, but Federal participation cannot exceed $2,000,000, the determination of local costs is based on the public use and ownership of the beach protected.
Length and Time Phasing of Assistance
Not applicable.
Post Assistance Requirements
Reports
A semiannual report is submitted to the District Engineer covering inspections, maintenance, and current project status.
Audits
Not applicable.
Records
As necessary to show past project conditions and local actions.
Financial Information
Account Identification
96-3122-0-1-301.
Obigations
(Salaries and expenses) FY 07 est not reported; FY 08 est not reported; and FY 09 est not reported.
Range and Average of Financial Assistance
Not applicable.
Regulations, Guidelines, and Literature
Engineer Regulation 1105- 2-10, App. E (33 CFR 263) and information sheets describing this program are available from the District Engineer.
Information Contacts
Regional or Local Office
See Appendix IV of the Catalog for a listing of District Engineers.
Headquarters Office
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Attn: CECW-PM Washington, DC 20314-1000. Telephone: (202) 761-1975. FTS is not available.
Criteria for Selecting Proposals
Not applicable.
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