Description: 
Repair, retrofit, or expansion of existing agricultural pond systems, including aquaculture recharge ponds. Benefits may include water supply, erosion control, flood control, and sediment and nutrient reductions from farm fields.

Agricultural Pond Repair/Retrofit Policy

Maintenance Period: 10 Years

Spot Check Requirements: Annually

BMP Units: Each
Cost Information: Actual cost - paid based on receipts. Maximum cost share amount $30,000 (75%) OR $36,000 (90%). Refer to AgWRAP Average Cost List for details.

CS2 Project Description examples

Expected Results: 

• Gallons of Water Storage Increased/Created (annually) and
• Acres Irrigated (annually) or
• Animal Type and Number

Reference Materials:

• Conservation Plan
• NC-AgWRAP 11 Signature Page
• Map with BMPs, Tract, Field, and Contract Numbers
• For 90% Cost share, upload NC-CSPs-1E form.
• Preliminary Site Assessment Form (completed by engineering/soils staff)
• Inventory and Evaluation Form
  • Irrigation
  • Livestock
• Cooperator Acknowledgment Form
• Operation and Maintenance Plan
• AgWRAP Water Balance Tool Results  (download File 1, contact the AgWRAP Coordinator for assistance)
• Certificate of Completion (if applicable)

JAA:
Design must be signed and sealed by a Professional Engineer

Supporting NRCS Standards:

• NRCS - 378 - Pond
• NRCS - 402 - Dam
• NC Dam Safety Law - 15A NCAC 02K
  • Breach Approval Process
  • Repair Approval Process

District Tools:
AgWRAP Water Balance Tool (download File 1, contact the AgWRAP Coordinator for assistance)
Contract Folder Checklist - Ag Pond Repair/Retrofit

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)