Press Release

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Rural Water District No. 4, Rogers County, Oklahoma (District) received approval for $389,725 in funding on Tuesday from the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB) to improve the District’s water infrastructure.  Construction of upgrades and improvements to the water system will be financed by the OWRB American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant program.  

The District made critical improvements to its water distribution system to increase efficiency and improve water pressure. The completed project replaced approximately 10,560 linear feet of undersized water lines with new 12-inch polyvinyl chloride (PVC) piping, along with all necessary fittings and components to ensure reliable system performance. This infrastructure upgrade will help the District better meet customer demand, reduce maintenance needs, and enhance water delivery across its service area. The total project cost was $953,020.50, funded by $563,295.50 in local funds and a $389,725.00 reimbursement through an OWRB ARPA Grant.

Lori Johnson, chief of the OWRB’s Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the District’s customers will save an estimated $628,600.00 compared to traditional financing.