Press Release

OKLAHOMA CITY –The The Tullahassee Public Works Authority (Authority) received approval for $1,153,846 in funding Tuesday from the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB) to improve the Authority’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 Tullahassee Public Works Authority (TPWA) is undertaking a critical project to upgrade its aging and substandard water distribution system. Currently experiencing significant water loss between 45% to 65% and lacking any water storage capacity, the TPWA's planned improvements include constructing a 115,000-gallon storage tank to enhance system reliability. Additional upgrades include repairing the roof of the water department building, purchasing a water service truck, and other necessary equipment. These efforts will address long-standing challenges and ensure a more reliable water supply for the community.

Lori Johnson, chief of the OWRB’s Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the Authority’s customers will save an estimated $1,778,800.00 compared to traditional financing.