JEFFERSON CITY, MO, OCT. 1, 2025 –The Missouri Department of
Natural Resources has awarded a $20,800 Drinking Water Engineering Report Grant
to the Bates County Public Water Supply District No. 6 to evaluate the
district’s drinking water system.
Through its Drinking Water Engineering Report Grant
program, the department offers funding to qualified
communities to help with evaluating public wastewater system improvements. The
district will use its funding to identify system improvements needed to
continue meeting drinking water quality standards and providing reliable water
service.
Drinking water systems are essential infrastructure
that support the health and economic vitality of a
community. Through this grant, qualified communities can thoroughly assess their
drinking water systems and identify improvements for better service. During the
assessment, communities can determine what actions are needed to address
current drinking water needs, as well as plan for future growth and
development.
The department is committed to assisting Missouri
communities with water and wastewater infrastructure
improvement projects. Through its Financial Assistance Center, the department provides funding opportunities for qualified communities with water quality, wastewater and drinking water infrastructure needs. This project will be funded wholly or in part with monies received from the Environmental Protection Agency.
