Small and Rural Wastewater Systems
EPA supports small and rural communities develop effective solutions to aging or inadequate wastewater treatment systems, or to the lack of access to basic wastewater services, including Indian Country and communities along the U.S.-Mexico border.
Grant Funding Opportunity - Open through August 14, 2026
On June 17, 2026, EPA announced the availability of $25.5 million in new technical assistance funding under the Clean Water Act to provide technical assistance and training to support small, rural, and Tribal communities to address wastewater and water quality challenges.
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About Small Systems
Learn about different types of systems, including lagoon systems, to manage and treat small wastewater flows including sewage, stormwater, and other water used by residences, businesses, and industry in small, rural, and Tribal communities.
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Funding Sources
Find funding for small and rural wastewater systems including for all, Tribal, and U.S.-Mexico Border communities. Search the Indian Health Service map to identify various sources of funding to Indian Tribes and Alaska Native Villages.
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Technical Assistance
Explore tools, training, and technical assistance for planning, designing, constructing, and maintaining wastewater systems for small, rural, and Tribal communities. Explore the Searchable Clearinghouse of Wastewater Technology (SCOWT) for alternative and reuse wastewater technologies. Learn about the technical assistance grant program.
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Related Resources
Find other organizations and institutions that support small, rural, and Tribal communities through technical assistance, funding, and other resources for wastewater systems.