Wyoming USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service is Accepting Applications from qualified Sponsors for the Public Law-566 Watershed and Flood Prevention Operations Program

CASPER, Wyo. - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is accepting applications from qualified sponsors from Wyoming for the PL566 Watershed and Flood Prevention (WFPO) program, which offers financial and technical assistance to address resource concerns.

While NRCS accepts WFPO applications year-round, Wyoming Sponsors should apply by Friday, May 15, 2026 to be considered for funding in the current cycle. Applications received after the ranking date will automatically be considered during the next funding cycle. Funding is provided through a competitive process.

The WFPO program provides technical and financial assistance to States, local governments and Tribal organizations to help plan and implement authorized watershed projects for the purpose of:

• Flood Prevention
• Watershed Protection
• Public Recreation
• Public Fish and Wildlife
• Agricultural Water Management
• Municipal and Industrial Water Supply
• Water Quality Management

To apply for the WFPO program please submit a letter to the Wyoming State Conservationist to request WFPO planning assistance. The request template and additional resources can be found on the NRCS Watershed Programs website.

Please contact Shawn Follum, State Conservation Engineer, at [email protected] or (307) 233-6748; or Regan Kirchner, Watershed Manager, at [email protected] or (307) 233-6743 with questions regarding the development of your requests.

For more information, please visit nrcs.usda.gov or contact your local USDA Service Center.

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