The Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) finances projects to protect, maintain and improve water quality in accordance with the Clean Water Act.  Waterbodies can be restored to ensure recovery of water quality, habitat for aquatic vegetation and wildlife, and aesthetic value.

The eligible elements of a water body restoration project may include:

• Erosion prevention and sediment discharge control; 
• Removal and disposal of sediments and/or drainage of the waterbody during construction; 
• Propagation of aquatic vegetation; 
• Restoration of aquatic habitat including restoration of fish spawning and nesting areas (e.g., through fish ladders, dam removal, and vegetative restoration) and improvement of reef structure for shellfish; and 
• Creation of ponds and/or wetlands to promote groundwater recharge.