USGS Maps Out Comments for Hydrography Grant Data
Published Date: 4/24/2026
Notice
Summary
The U.S. Geological Survey wants to keep collecting info for grants that help map land and water features. They’re asking the public to comment by June 23, 2026, to make sure the process is useful and not too much work. This update won’t cost extra but aims to keep paperwork clear and helpful for everyone involved.
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Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.
Annual Grant Application Burden
The USGS will continue collecting application information for the 3D National Topography Model Data Collaboration Announcement each year. The notice estimates 80 annual respondents, 80 annual responses, an estimated 41 hours to complete each response, and a total annual burden of 3,280 hours (OMB Control Number 1028-0092).
Who Is Eligible To Apply
Eligible applicants for the 3DNTM Data Collaboration Announcement include federal agencies, state and local governments, tribal nations, academic institutions, and private sector organizations. This describes who may submit proposals to acquire 3DEP lidar or 3DHP hydrography data.
Voluntary Collection, No Extra Costs
Responding to the information collection is voluntary and the USGS estimates there are no annual non-hour costs for respondents. The collection is proposed as an extension of a currently approved collection under OMB Control Number 1028-0092.
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