National Rural Water Association through its State Rural Water affiliates is the nation’s largest water and wastewater utility membership association with over 31,000 members.

Apprenticeship Program

It takes more than 380,000 highly skilled water and wastewater personnel to ensure the public supply of safe drinking water and to protect our lakes, streams and groundwater. Advancements in water treatment and supply technology have increased the skills and training required of this workforce. Water professionals are ultimately responsible for meeting stringent regulatory standards, replacing aging infrastructure, recruiting and training new operations specialists, and responding to and recovering from disasters.

Learn How NRWA is Training the Next Generation of Water and Wastewater Professionals

Technical Assistance and Training

Rural Water is the premier trainer of the water and wastewater industry. State Rural Water Associations train over 100,000 people annually. Rural Water training and technical assistance helps communities comply with the the Safe Drinking Water Act and Clean Water Act. Our Association believes in empowering local entities by providing the knowledge and resources they need.

Support Rural Water

NRWA is a grassroots organization founded on the principle of neighbors helping each other. Membership dues allow NRWA to provide critically-needed assistance to rural and small communities, and represent their interests in Washington, D.C. Get involved with great people, stay on top of events that affect you, and support America’s water and wastewater professionals! Become a member of NRWA today.

News:

Source Water Protection Specialists Visit South Florida Water Management District

While attending NRWA’s In-Service Training in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USDA Source Water Protection Specialists from across the country visited the South Florida Water Management District. As the attendees toured the grounds, they learned about A-1 Flow Equalization Basin (FEB), which is one of several projects in the State of Florida’s Restoration Strategies plan to improve water quality in the Everglades.…read more →

Independence Day Celebrations Brought to you by Rural Water

From 1776 to the present day, July 4th has been celebrated as the birth of American independence, with festivities ranging from fireworks, parades and concerts to more casual family gatherings and barbecues. It is one of America’s most cherished holidays. The Rural Water family prides itself on its love for this country and dedication to their community. Rural Water professionals…read more →

NRWA Continues Training Water and Wastewater Professionals

Ft. Lauderdale, FL. - Rural water gathered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida from June 25 - 28 for In-Service Training with over 450 in attendance. Circuit riders, wastewater technicians, source water protection specialists, and other water professionals received continued education to help to serve rural communities. The rural water industry understands the importance of continually learning about best practices, innovative techniques…read more →

Multiple Tornadoes Cause Damage in Western Ohio

Thirteen recorded tornadoes caused destruction across western Ohio on May 27, including the city of Dayton and surrounding areas. Dayton is a major water supplier to towns and cities in the area, like the rural water system in Brookville. Due to the damage from the EF4 tornado, the system in Dayton stopped supplying water to Brookville, causing depressurization in their…read more →

Stutsman Water District Grows with Local Cooperation and Decisions – A Case Study

Many years ago, the conversations began as, “How are we going to provide water service to consumers across vast, scarcely populated areas of rural America?” After cities, towns, and rural water districts successfully provided solutions, the concern became, “Can we maintain quality service and an adequate water supply for future generations?” Through no small feat, Stutsman Rural Water District (SRWD)…read more →