Department of Natural Resources Announces Funding for Drinking Water Safety and Security

Jefferson City, Mo. (KFMO) - The Missouri Department of Natural Resources has a new grant program to assist public drinking water systems with complying with the Water Safety and Security Act.

The department is offering financial assistance to eligible community public water systems to develop valve and hydrant inspection programs, and accurate maps of system valves and hydrants. Awards are limited to a maximum amount of $15,000.

For projects to receive priority funding status, the department must receive completed applications no later than Nov. 30, 2024. These applications will be ranked competitively and awarded in order of priority rank. Applications received between Dec. 1, 2024, and March 31, 2025, may be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis if available funding remains.

To receive assistance, applicants must register through the department's Funding Opportunities Portal at dnr.mo.gov/financial-opportunities/funding-portal/access-request. A fully executed financial assistance agreement between the department and project applicant is required prior to incurring project-related costs.

For more information and to access application documents, visit dnr.mo.gov/water/what-were-doing/financial-assistance-opportunities/water-safety-security-act-project-grant, or contact the department's Capacity Development Program at capacitydevelopment@dnr.mo.gov or 573-522-5027.