Press Release

OKLAHOMA CITY –The Lawton Water Authority (Authority) received approval for $21,000,000 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 Oklahoma Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF).

The Authority is investing in critical water infrastructure upgrades to ensure reliable service for residents and businesses by replacing aging water mains that have surpassed their useful life. This project includes the installation of 29,492 linear feet of 8-inch PVC pipe and 4,344 linear feet of 12-inch PVC pipe, enhancing system efficiency and reducing the risk of leaks and service disruptions. By modernizing the water distribution network, the improvements will support long-term water quality, improve the reliability of the distribution system, and lower operational costs for the City of Lawton.

Lori Johnson, chief of the OWRB’s Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the Authority’s customers will save an estimated $8,298,200 compared to traditional financing. The DWSRF loan will be secured with a lien on the revenues of the Authority’s water, sewer, sanitation revenues and may include a mortgage on the water and sewer systems.