USGS Invites Feedback on Mapping Data Grant Paperwork
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 share thoughts by June 23, 2026, to make sure the process is useful and not too much work. This affects anyone involved in these mapping grants and helps keep the paperwork smooth and clear.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Annual 41‑Hour Application Burden
If you apply for these mapping grants, each application takes an estimated 41 hours to complete. USGS expects about 80 applicants annually, for a total of 3,280 estimated annual burden hours; responding is voluntary and submissions occur once per year.
Annual Grants for Lidar and Hydrography Data
The USGS runs an annual 3DNTM Data Collaboration Announcement (DCA) that lets eligible applicants request 3DEP lidar or 3DHP hydrography data acquisition and cost sharing. Eligible applicants explicitly include federal agencies, state and local governments, tribal nations, academic institutions, and private sector organizations; USGS collects applicant information to decide project acceptance.
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