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Grants are available for well construction projects, particularly those focused on rural water infrastructure, water conservation, and sustainability.
Funding Opportunities for Rural Water Projects
The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) offers grants through the Rural Development program, which includes the Water and Environmental Program (WEP) and the Rural Water and Waste Disposal Program (RWWDP). These programs provide funding for water infrastructure projects, including well construction and rehabilitation, in rural areas. In 2020, the USDA awarded over $100 million in grants for rural water projects.
Well Construction Grant Programs
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) offers grants through the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) program, which provides funding for drinking water infrastructure projects, including well construction and rehabilitation. The program provides a 20% matching grant, with the remaining 80% provided by the state or local government. In addition, the EPA also offers grants through the Small Water Systems Technical Assistance Program (SWSTAP), which provides funding for technical assistance and capacity building for small water systems, including well construction and maintenance.
State and Local Grants
Many states and local governments also offer grants for well construction and rehabilitation projects. For example, the California Department of Water Resources (DWR) offers grants through the Safe Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (SDWSRF) program, which provides funding for drinking water infrastructure projects, including well construction and rehabilitation. In 2020, the DWR awarded over $50 million in grants for drinking water projects in California.
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