43 CFR § 404.11
What type of assistance is available under the program?
June 11, 2020
Under the Reclamation Rural Water Supply Program, you may:
(a) Request Reclamation to conduct an appraisal investigation or feasibility study for a rural water supply project for you, with your cooperation;
(b) Request funding through a grant or cooperative agreement to enable you to conduct an appraisal investigation or feasibility study for a rural water supply project yourself, or through a contractor; or
(c) Request Reclamation to review and approve an appraisal investigation or feasibility study completed without assistance from Reclamation.