National Rural Water Association

The National Rural Water Association (NRWA) was formed in 1976. Prior to that, rural and small utilities, (comprising 92% of our nation's community water supplies), had little if any voice in legislative and regulatory issues. Today, NRWA through its State Rural Water affiliates is the nation's largest water and wastewater utility membership association with over 29,000 utility members. Our strong grassroots advocacy ensures increased funds, and their availability, through the Rural Utilities Service, State Revolving Loan Funds and other private entities.