### Question
Can you define what designated area means?


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

> 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**

