Description: Repair or retrofit of existing agricultural pond systems. Benefits may include water supply, erosion control, flood control, and sediment and nutrient reductions from farm field.

Agricultural Pond Repair/Retrofit Policy
Requirements for all Sediment and Nutrient Management Measures.
General Policies for Commission Cost Share Programs

Maintenance Period: 10 years

Additional Spot Check Requirements: Annually during the maintenance period.

BMP Units: Each
Cost Information: Average cost (75% or 90%). Refer to ACSP Average Cost Lists for details.

CS2 Project Description examples

Expected Results: Gallons of agricultural water storage increased or protected.

Reference Materials: 
NC-ACSP-11 Signature Page
Map with BMP location, fields, and roads
For 90% Cost share, please upload the NC-CSPs-1E form.
Operation and Maintenance Form

JAA:
NRCS - 378 - Pond
NRCS - 402 - Dam
NC Dam Safety Law

Refer to the SWCC JAA Application Requirements for details.

• NC Dam Safety Law - 15A NCAC 02K
  • Breach Approval Process
  • Repair Approval Process

District Resources:
Ponds - Planning, Design, and Construction (NRCS Ag Handbook 590)
NC Mining Act and Agricultural Pond Construction FAQs

Engineering Resources:
Jurisdictional Determination / Hazard Classification Request (NRCS)
Emergency Action Template (Intermediate & High Hazard Dams)

USACE Permitting Resources:
Pond Permit Exceptions
Suggested Steps for Agricultural Pond Evaluation and Approval to Build