Tribal Orphaned Wells Program

The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act provides $150 million for Tribal well plugging, remediation and restoration. Tribes may seek grant funding to undertake the well plugging or may request that the Secretary administer the well plugging on behalf of the Tribe, known as “In Lieu of Grant” assistance. The Department awarded over $79 million in grants and In Lieu of Grant assistance during the first two phases of funding and will distribute the remaining funding over the coming years.

Technical Assistance Opportunities  

For technical assistance, including questions concerning grant application workplans and technical requirements, In Lieu of Grant requests, and for all activities associated with plugging, remediation, and reclamation of orphaned wells and well sites, contact the Orphaned Wells Program Office’s Tribal Program Division at DOI_OrphanedWells_Tribal@ios.doi.gov or (202) 219-3283.

For grants administration (financial) assistance, including downloading application materials, questions about grant requirements, and requests for approval of pre-award costs, contact the Interior Business Center at aqd-fa.tribes@ibc.doi.gov.

Resources

Open Opportunities

Reporting & Templates

Protocols & Guidelines

Closed Opportunities

Program & Consultation History

 

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