Waste disposal grants - regular

The Town of Carthage received a $2,154,000 Project Grant award dated June 17, 2025, from the Rural Utilities Service (RUS) under the Water and Waste Disposal Systems for Rural Communities program (CFDA 10.760). This grant supports critical waste disposal infrastructure improvements serving the Town of Carthage in North Carolina. The funding is designed to enhance waste management systems and ensure reasonable user costs for rural residents and businesses within the community.

The RUS program provides financial assistance to rural communities for essential water and waste infrastructure projects, with a specific focus on serving financially needy areas. Under this award, the Town of Carthage will utilize the grant funds to implement waste disposal system improvements that align with rural development priorities and address the community's sanitation and environmental needs. The grant demonstrates the federal government's ongoing commitment to supporting rural infrastructure development, with the ultimate completion date set for June 17, 2025.