Army Corps Seeks Water Project Ideas from Non-Feds
Published Date: 5/4/2026
Notice
Summary
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is asking communities and groups outside the federal government to send in ideas for new water projects or changes to existing ones by September 1, 2026. These proposals could lead to new studies or updates to water resources projects that help with things like flood control and environmental protection. This is a chance to get Congress’s attention and possibly secure funding for future water improvements.
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Inclusion Means Study Authorization, Not Construction
If a proposal is included in the Annual Report, any anticipated congressional authorization would be for a feasibility study (not for construction). To begin a USACE feasibility study, sufficient study authority and appropriated federal funds for the federal cost share are required. For construction, separate Congressional authorization and appropriations are required.
Five Criteria Determine Report Inclusion
To be placed in the Annual Report table, proposals must meet five statutory criteria: (1) relate to USACE missions/authorities (primary purposes: flood/coastal storm damage reduction, commercial navigation, aquatic ecosystem restoration, or municipal/agricultural water supply; recreation/hydropower eligible only when tied to those), (2) require specific Congressional authorization, (3) not have been previously authorized by Congress, (4) not have been included in any prior Annual Report table, and (5) could be carried out by USACE. Proposals not meeting all five criteria will be listed in an appendix with reasons.
Deadline to Submit Water Project Ideas
Non-federal interests may submit proposals for inclusion in the 2027 Annual Report to Congress on Future Water Resources Development. Proposals must be submitted by September 1, 2026, using the USACE fillable proposal form (submitted by email or arranged alternative).
Who Can Submit: Non-Federal Interests
Only "non-federal interests" may submit proposals. That term (42 U.S.C. 1962-5b(b)) means (1) a legally constituted public body (including an Indian tribe and a Tribal organization) or inter-tribal consortium, or (2) a nonprofit with the consent of the affected local government and the authority/capability to perform and pay damages if necessary.
Proposal Contents Are Public — Avoid Confidential Data
Information provided in a proposal will be included in the Annual Report or posted to the USACE Headquarters public website, so submitters should not include Confidential Business Information or other information they do not want publicly disclosed.
USACE Will Host Two Public Info Sessions
USACE will host two public virtual information sessions about the Annual Report and proposal process on June 29, 2026, and August 10, 2026. The Headquarters website contains additional guidance and a fillable proposal form.
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