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


### Answer
The term **designated area** is defined in *16 U.S.C. § 3452* as follows -

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

#### Citation:
  - *16 U.S.C. § 3452*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 54-RESOURCE CONSERVATION > SUBCHAPTER V-RESOURCE CONSERVA-**

