Description: Construct an agricultural water collection system for water reuse or irrigation to improve water quality. These systems may include construction of new ponds, utilizing existing ponds, water storage tanks and pumps in order to intercept sediment, nutrients, and manage chlorophyll a. These systems may have the added benefit of reducing the demand on the water supply, and decreasing withdrawal from aquifers but these benefits shall not be the justification for this practice.
Agricultural Water Collection System 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 maintenance period.
BMP Units: Each
Cost Information: Actual cost - paid based on receipts. Refer to ACSP Average Cost Lists for details.
CS2 Project Description examples
Expected Results: None
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 Plan is required.
JAA:
The system must be certified by a professional engineer or an individual with appropriate job
approval authority.
NRCS Supporting Standard:
NRCS - 378 - Pond
Refer to the SWCC JAA Application Requirements for details.