Press Release

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Rural Water and Sewer District No. 5, Garfield County, Oklahoma (District) received approval for $800,000 in funding, including 100% principal forgiveness, 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 Oklahoma Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF).

The District is moving forward with plans to enhance its water supply system through the construction of a new water well and well house. The proposed project includes drilling a new well and constructing a well house equipped with essential components such as electrical and telemetry systems for real-time monitoring, chlorination equipment to ensure safe drinking water, and a backup power system that includes a generator, propane tank, and automatic transfer switch to maintain operations during power outages. These upgrades will increase system capacity, improve operational efficiency, and enhance water quality by providing a more secure and consistent water source, especially during periods of increased water demand. 

Lori Johnson, chief of the OWRB’s Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the District’s customers will save an estimated $1,260,500 compared to traditional financing.