# 50 CFR § 86.2: What is the purpose of BIG?

> Federal · Regulations · In force

URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-50-86.2

## Section

- **Citation:** 50 CFR § 86.2
- **Heading:** What is the purpose of BIG?
- **Jurisdiction:** Federal
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** September 22, 2026
- **Source:** Publisher's official text
- **Location:** Title 50—Wildlife and Fisheries > CHAPTER I—UNITED STATES FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR > SUBCHAPTER F—FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE—WILDLIFE AND SPORT FISH RESTORATION PROGRAM > PART 86—BOATING INFRASTRUCTURE GRANT PROGRAM > Subpart A—General

## Text

The purpose of BIG is to construct, renovate, and maintain boating infrastructure facilities for transient recreational vessels at least 26 feet long.

## Nearby sections

- [50 CFR § 86.1 § 86.1 What does this part do?](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-50-86.1.md)
- [50 CFR § 86.2 § 86.2 What is the purpose of BIG?](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-50-86.2.md)
- [50 CFR § 86.3 § 86.3 What terms do I need to know?](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-50-86.3.md)
- [50 CFR § 86.10 § 86.10 Who may apply for a BIG grant?](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-50-86.10.md)
- [50 CFR § 86.11 § 86.11 What actions are eligible for funding?](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-50-86.11.md)
- [50 CFR § 86.12 § 86.12 What types of construction and services does boating infrastructure include?](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-50-86.12.md)
- [50 CFR § 86.13 § 86.13 What operational and design features must a facility have where a BIG-funded facility is located?](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-50-86.13.md)
- [50 CFR § 86.14 § 86.14 How can I receive BIG funds for facility maintenance?](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-50-86.14.md)
- [50 CFR § 86.15 § 86.15 How can dredging qualify as an eligible action?](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-50-86.15.md)
- [50 CFR § 86.16 § 86.16 What actions are ineligible for BIG funding?](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-50-86.16.md)
- [50 CFR § 86.17 § 86.17 Who must own the site of a BIG-funded facility?](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-50-86.17.md)
- [50 CFR § 86.18 § 86.18 How can I ensure that a BIG-funded facility continues to serve its intended purpose for its useful life?](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-50-86.18.md)
- [50 CFR § 86.19 § 86.19 What if a BIG-funded facility would benefit both eligible and ineligible users?](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-50-86.19.md)
- [50 CFR § 86.30 § 86.30 What is the source of BIG funds?](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-50-86.30.md)

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Source: Frix Law Library, https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-50-86.2. Check the current official text before relying on it. Not legal advice.