The Oklahoma Rural Water Association (ORWA) is proud to announce the appointment of ORWA Board Member Todd Ray to the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) Water Quality Management Advisory Council by Speaker
Earlier this year, wildfires across our state caused profound devastation. Entire communities were displaced, and countless families faced the loss of their homes and livelihoods. In response to this crisis, personnel from Sardis
Water and wastewater system operators recognize that as science uncovers new and increasingly complex threats to drinking water and the environment, government agencies respond with additional rules and regulations. One of the most
In 2023, ORWA Tribal Specialists conducted an evaluation in West Siloam Springs using the capacity development worksheet as part of the Mankiller Soap Water Act Assessment. The system’s initial score identified areas needing
When disaster hits—whether it’s a tornado, flood, or major equipment failure—rural water systems have to be ready. That’s why members of the Oklahoma Rural Water Association (ORWA) headed to Lonoke, Arkansas for the
The Oklahoma Rural Water Association (ORWA) was recently called to assist the City of Hominy, Oklahoma, in locating a major leak on their main raw water supply line. Following heavy rains and flooding,
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ORWA Partners with Senator Mullin’s Office, ODEQ, OWRB, and Osage County to Secure Emergency Funding for Waxoma Lake Dam Repairs in Barnsdall Barnsdall, OK — In a collaborative effort between
The Oklahoma Rural Water Association hosted a Workforce Impact Partnership Grant (IPG) career convening meeting in Norman, Okla., bringing educators, water utilities, and industry leaders together to discuss career discovery and career exploration
We’re Tri-County RWD #2, a rural water district that prides itself on clean, potable water. Over 2,400 customers trust us to provide them safe drinking water! We’re looking for an Office Manager to
