Rural Water District NO. 1 Cherokee County Oklahoma

Rural Water District NO. 1 Cherokee County Oklahoma is a U.S. local government entity registered to receive federal grant awards. As a county-level organization, it primarily focuses on providing water services to its community. The district has been actively engaged in federal grant programs aimed at improving and maintaining water infrastructure, with a particular emphasis on ensuring safe and reliable drinking water supply for Cherokee County residents. Its registration in SAM.gov, which expires on July 26, 2025, allows it to participate in federal assistance programs, primarily through project grants and cooperative agreements.

The district has received several significant federal grant awards to address critical water infrastructure needs. A notable project involves the decommissioning of an antiquated water treatment plant and transitioning to purchasing potable water from another public water system. This initiative, supported by a $4,671,972 cooperative agreement from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 6, includes extensive distribution system improvements such as line replacements, pressure reduction stations, and new water line and pump station installations. The project aims to develop a sustainable potable water supply, improve the distribution system, reduce water losses, and comply with a consent order. Additionally, the Rural Utilities Service has provided grants for water-related projects, including a Persistent Poverty grant focusing on water infrastructure improvements. These projects demonstrate the district's commitment to enhancing water quality, reliability, and infrastructure for its service area in Cherokee County, Oklahoma.