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Butte Creek/Sutter Bypass Weir 1 Improvement Design and Permitting Project: eligibility, deadline, and how to apply (2026)

Updated July 2026 5 min read

Key Facts

Agency
Fish and Wildlife Service
Award Range
$1 - $850,000
Deadline
July 19, 2026
Time Remaining
Closing soon: about 9 days left as of July 10, 2026.
CFDA Number
15.648
Bottom line: The Butte Creek/Sutter Bypass Weir 1 Improvement Design and Permitting Project provides $1 to $850,000 in funding through Fish and Wildlife Service. The Butte Creek Sutter Bypass West Borrow Canal (WBC) Weir #1 is a dilapidated weir structure and is no longer able to be used as a weir for the purposes of diverting and delivering water for agricultural use and to the United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) Sutter National Wildlife Refuge (Sutter NWR). The US

The Butte Creek/Sutter Bypass Weir 1 Improvement Design and Permitting Project is a federal funding opportunity administered by Fish and Wildlife Service. This guide covers everything you need to know to determine whether you qualify and how to submit a competitive application before the July 19, 2026 deadline.

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Eligibility requirements

To qualify for the Butte Creek/Sutter Bypass Weir 1 Improvement Design and Permitting Project, applicants must meet the following criteria:

Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility"

Eligibility requirements can change between funding cycles. Always verify the current criteria on the official Grants.gov listing before beginning your application.

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How to apply: step by step

  1. Register on SAM.gov. Every federal grant applicant needs an active SAM (System for Award Management) registration. Allow 2-4 weeks for new registrations to process. Existing registrations must be renewed annually.
  2. Get a UEI number. Your Unique Entity Identifier is assigned through SAM.gov and replaces the old DUNS number. You will need this on every federal application.
  3. Review the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). Download the full NOFO from Grants.gov. Pay close attention to review criteria, budget limits, and required attachments.
  4. Prepare your application package. Most federal grants require a project narrative, budget justification, organizational capacity statement, and supporting documents. Follow the page limits and formatting rules exactly.
  5. Submit through Grants.gov. Create a workspace, upload all required forms and attachments, and submit before the July 19, 2026 deadline. The system timestamps your submission, and late applications are automatically rejected.
  6. Confirm receipt. You will receive a tracking number and confirmation email. Check back in 1-2 business days to verify your application passed the Grants.gov validation checks.

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Grant details

Detail Information
Grant Name Butte Creek/Sutter Bypass Weir 1 Improvement Design and Permitting Project
Funding Agency Fish and Wildlife Service
CFDA Number 15.648
Award Minimum $1
Award Maximum $850,000
Deadline July 19, 2026
Category Environment
Matching Required No cost sharing or matching requirement is indicated for this program
Application Link Apply on Grants.gov

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Frequently asked questions

Who is eligible for the Butte Creek/Sutter Bypass Weir 1 Improvement Design and Permitting Project?

Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility". Requirements can change between cycles, so always verify on the official Grants.gov listing before applying.

What is the deadline for Butte Creek/Sutter Bypass Weir 1 Improvement Design and Permitting Project?

The current deadline is July 19, 2026. Many federal grants operate on annual or rolling cycles. If this deadline has passed, check Grants.gov for the next funding opportunity.

Does Butte Creek/Sutter Bypass Weir 1 Improvement Design and Permitting Project require matching funds?

No cost sharing or matching requirement is indicated for this program. Matching requirements can vary by fiscal year and applicant type, so confirm with the funding agency before committing resources.