Press Release

OKLAHOMA CITY –The Rural Water, Sewer, and Solid Waste Management District No. 4 Atoka County, Oklahoma (District) received approval for $2,381,033 in funding 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 American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant of $2,381,032.77 and $2,381,032.77 from Choctaw Tribal Funds.

The District will utilize the proceeds to enhance its public water supply system to meet growing demand. The current system is nearing full capacity and the District plans to install a new 18-inch waterline from McGee Creek to the water treatment plant, boosting both the water supply and treatment capacity. The project will also include the necessary appurtenances to ensure comprehensive system improvements. This investment is essential for maintaining reliable service and supporting future growth in the community.

Lori Johnson, chief of the OWRB’s Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the District’s customers will save an estimated $3,631,200 compared to traditional financing.