### Question
How is the term designated area defined?


### Answer
The term **designated area** is defined in *16 U.S.C. § 3451* as the following:

> a geographic area designated by the Secretary to receive technical assistance and financial assistance under this subchapter

#### Citation:
  - *16 U.S.C. § 3451*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 54-RESOURCE CONSERVATION > SUBCHAPTER V-RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM**

