May 2025
 The SFY 2026 Intended Use Plan Draft is Now Available!
The Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB) is pleased to announce the release of the draft State Fiscal Year 2026 Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) Intended Use Plan (IUP).
This document outlines our proposed strategies for prioritizing and funding wastewater and water quality improvement projects across Oklahoma. It also includes the draft Project Priority List (PPL), which highlights projects identified for the upcoming year.
Important Note on Loan Forgiveness
While the draft IUP includes estimated CWSRF loan forgiveness availability, the final list of projects that will receive loan forgiveness has not yet been determined. This is due to a delay in federal funding allocations.
Once the allocations have been processed, loan forgiveness funding information will be available.
Join Us for a Public Meeting
We invite you to attend a public meeting—offered both in person and virtually—to learn more about the draft IUP, ask questions, and share your feedback. Please find the meeting details and registration link below.
The IUP public comment deadline is 5:00 p.m. on Friday, June 13, 2025. Comments can be submitted to FAD@owrb.ok.gov.
Have additional questions regarding the 2026 CWSRF IUP?
Email our team at FAD@owrb.ok.gov.
 Scam Alert – Protect Your Payments
We’ve been alerted to a scam involving fake emails with invoices asking you to send payments to a new or different account.
Stay safe – here’s what to do:
✔️ Always verify any changes to banking or payment instructions with a known, trusted contact—call them directly.
❌ Don’t rely on email alone or unfamiliar contacts for financial transactions.
🚫 If something feels off, don’t process the payment.
📢 Report suspicious requests immediately.
Your caution protects everyone—double-check before you send.
Save the Date:
2026 OWRB REAP Grant Webinar
June 25 from 10-11 AM
Join us for a virtual meeting to learn everything you need to know about the 2026 OWRB REAP Grant—including how to apply, tips for a successful application, and ways to maximize the program’s impact in your community.
 Emergency Funding Available for Eligible Projects
The OWRB has Emergency Grants up to $100,000* available to help communities repair and recover from unforeseen events.
Eligible Projects Include:
- Water supply reservoirs
- Storage tanks
- Water supply treatment and distribution systems
- Wastewater collection and treatment systems
For questions or to determine your eligibility for an Emergency Grant, please reach out to FADGrants@owrb.ok.gov.
*Emergency Grants require a 15% local match of the total project cost. Each project is eligible for a maximum of $100,000 per fiscal year. Grant funding may be available for emergencies that could not have been avoided with reasonable care and cannot be reasonably financed without OWRB assistance.
 We greatly value your partnership and sincerely appreciate the trust you’ve placed in our team to support the growth and success of your communities.
We look forward to continuing our collaboration and working together to achieve your infrastructure goals.
Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) Loans
LeFlore County Rural Water District No. 17 - Total Approved Funds: $800,0000 with 100% loan forgiveness
Commerce Development Authority - Total Approved Funds: $931,320 with 100% loan forgiveness
Francis Public Works Authority - Total Approved Funds: $1,730,000 with $950,000 in loan forgiveness
Westville Utility Authority - Total Approved Funds: $1,764,308 with $800,000 in loan forgiveness
Garfield County Rural Water and Sewer District No. 5 - Total Approved Funds: $800,000 with 100% loan forgiveness
Gore Public Works Authority - Total Approved Funds: $1,410,000 with $800,000 in loan forgiveness
Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) Loans
Lawton Water Authority - Total Approved Funds: $39,000,000
Rural Economic Action Plan (REAP) Grants
Mountain View Public Works Authority -Total Approved Funds: $99,969
Fairmont Public Works Authority - Total Approved Funds: $99,999
Adair Municipal Authority - Total Approved Funds: $99,500
Crescent Public Works Authority - Total Approved Funds: $99,999
Okmulgee County Rural Water District No. 5 - Total Approved Funds: $99,999
Stonewall Public Works Authority- Total Approved Funds: $84,115
Taloga Public Works Authority - Total Approved Funds: $99,999
Shidler, Oklahoma, Public Works Authority - Total Approved Funds: $49,995
The Wright City Public Works Authority - Total Approved Funds: $99,999
The Arapaho Public Works Authority - Total Approved Funds: $99,995
Canadian Public Works Authority - Total Approved Funds: $99,999
Dewar Public Works Authority - Total Approved Funds: $149,575
Osage County Rural Water District No. 1 - Total Approved Funds: $100,000
Roff Public Works Authority- Total Approved Funds: $99,999
Town of North Enid- Total Approved Funds: $81,000
American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Grants
Chandler Municipal Authority - Total Approved Funds: $2,650,000
Town of Rentiesville - Total Approved Funds:$1,153,848
Francis Public Works Authority - Total Approved Funds: $1,000,000
Rogers County Rural Water District No. 4 - Total Approved Funds: $389,725
Town of Summit - Total Approved Funds: $1,153,848
 New Statewide Septic Tank Assistance Program Providing Funding to Oklahoma Homeowners
Several Oklahoma state agencies including the Oklahoma Conservation Commission, the Grand River Dam Authority, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, and the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (ODEQ) have joined forces to provide financial support to homeowners needing to repair or replace failing septic systems—protecting both families and water quality.
This program offers:
✅ Up to $15,000 in reimbursements for qualified homeowners
✅ Free soil profiles provided by the ODEQ
✅ Funding available on a first-come, first-served basis
Don't wait! Homeowners must receive approval before beginning repairs.
Learn more about this new program and eligibility here.
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