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National Scenic Byways Program

General Grant Program Information

The National Scenic Byways Program funds improvements such as byway facilities, safety improvements, and interpretive information along roads in the United States that merit recognition at the national level for their outstanding scenic, historic, cultural, natural, recreational, or archeological qualities.

There are currently 184 designated roads in 48 states.

Opportunity Status:
Open
Posted Date:
Close Date:
Eligible Applicants:
State Governments; Federally Recognized Tribes and Affiliated Groups
Eligible Activities:
Planning; Construction; Equipment and Materials; Operations and Maintenance; Climate and Sustainability; Accessibility; Security
Transportation Type:
Bike/Ped Roadway
Most Recent Annual Program Funding Amount:
$27.5 Million
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement:
Yes
Match Waiver:
No
Rural Set-Aside:
No
Tribal Set-Aside:
No
Grant Opportunity ID:
693JJ324NF00029
Agency:
USDOT / Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)

Eligibility Information

Eligible applicants include states and federally recognized Tribes in areas with highways designated as National Scenic Byways, All-American Roads, America’s Byways, state scenic byways, or Indian Tribe scenic byways. 

Eligible uses include the implementation, planning, design, and development of eligible Scenic Byway projects advancing the goals of safety, equity and accessibility, economic strength, climate, and sustainability.

Funding Information

The Consolidated Appropriations Act 2023 (Public Law 117-328) appropriated $20 million and the Consolidated Appropriations Act 2024 (Public Law 118-42) appropriated an additional $7.5 million, making up to $27.5 million available for the National Scenic Byways Program Grants and technical assistance, including a 2 percent set-aside for technical assistance.

Federal cost-sharing is 80 percent; the applicant is required to pay the remaining 20 percent using non-federal funds. 

Contact Information

Kenan Hall
Agreement Specialist
scenicbyways@dot.gov

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