All lakes at least 15 acres in surface area are eligible, except those owned by the state or federal government or by a public utility. The department will develop an administrative plan by July 1, 1999. Applications will be reviewed annually and ranked according to their technical merit, extent of lake access and use, and availability of other funding. All projects must include a diagnostic and feasibility study. The lake owner is responsible for remaining costs.
Revenue is provided by boat certificate of number application fees.
Other state, federal, and private moneys may also be used.