Background
Interim Measure 11 from the Amended Klamath Hydroelectric Settlement Agreement (KHSA), includes funding to address water quality improvements in the Klamath River via restoration and conservation actions in the Klamath Basin in Oregon. The emphasis of Interim Measure 11 (IM11) is nutrient reduction projects. PacifiCorp, in consultation with the Interim Measures Implementation Committee, developed a list of project categories to be implemented to fulfill the objective of IM11. PacifiCorp has provided funding of up to
$6,433,500 for design/engineering and implementation of projects. This funding is administered through the Klamath Water Quality Improvements Grant Program.
After two grant cycles, a total of
$4.9 million remains for future restoration and technical assistance projects. OWEB expects to open the next solicitation for grant applications in early 2026.
A Steering Committee, facilitated by the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (ODEQ), was established to assist OWEB with the program implementation. OWEB is the Fiscal Agent and will award IM11 funds for projects approved by the Steering Committee until the funds are exhausted.
The Steering Committee is comprised of members from the following organizations: Oregon Water Resources Department, ODEQ, Oregon Department of Agriculture, Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration, US Fish and Wildlife Service, US Bureau of Reclamation, Yurok Tribe, Karuk Tribe, Klamath Tribes, California Department of Fish and Wildlife, California North Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board and Aquatic Ecosciences.
Eligible applicants include tribes, watershed councils, soil and water conservation districts, not-for-profit institutions, schools, Oregon institutions of higher education, independent not-for-profit institutions of higher education, or political subdivisions of Oregon that are not a state agency. A state agency or federal agency may partner with one of the eligible entities.
Program Materials
The guidance documents and resources listed below help grant applicants understand the requirements and processes for the Klamath Water Quality Improvements Grant Program.
OWEB strongly encourages applicants to read the documents below before they develop a project pre-proposal or contact OWEB staff with questions about this grant program or eligibility.
Apply for a Grant
OWEB expects to open the next solicitation for grant applications in early 2026.
Contact
Please direct questions or comments to
Greg Ciannella, 971-345-7015.
Administrative Rules
Oregon's Administrative Rules Secretary of State website.