Domestic water grants - regular

The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Rural Utilities Service awarded a $2,737,000 Project Grant under the Water and Waste Disposal Systems for Rural Communities program (CFDA 10.760) to Wythe County, Virginia. The grant provides funding for the construction, upgrade, and repair of water and waste disposal infrastructure serving financially needy rural areas within Wythe County's jurisdiction. Projects under this award may include improvements to drinking water systems, wastewater treatment facilities, solid waste management, and stormwater infrastructure. The goal is to ensure reasonable user costs for rural residents, businesses, and other rural users while enhancing the quality and reliability of essential water and waste services. As a sub-recipient, Wythe County has partnered with state agencies to allocate grant funding for local transportation initiatives, emergency preparedness, and social service programs benefiting low-income residents.