Governor Josh Stein has announced $265 million in loans and grants to fund 99 water infrastructure projects across 45 counties, improving public health and environmental resilience.

Key Investments

$2M for Kings Mountain: Lead and copper pipe replacement.
$1M for Fair Bluff: New well outside the floodplain.
$500K for Nags Head: Septic system repairs.
$15M for Columbus County: Water tank, supply well, and system expansion.
$5M for Roanoke Rapids: Removing PFAS from drinking water.

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Funding & Future Plans

The NC Department of Environmental Quality (NCDEQ) received 203 applications requesting $1.63B. The State Water Infrastructure Authority approved awards on Feb. 19.

Next Steps

Spring 2025 funding cycle opens March 4 – April 30.
Training sessions available across the state and online.

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