The Missouri Department of Natural Resources has awarded grants to support drinking water system assessments in Reeds Spring and Dade County. Reeds Spring received $37,500, while Dade County was granted $30,000. The funding is part of the department’s Drinking Water Engineering Report Grant program, designed to help communities evaluate and plan improvements to their public water systems.
The Missouri Department of Natural Resources reports that Reeds Spring will use its grant to identify improvements needed to meet water quality standards and ensure reliable service. Dade County, facing declining groundwater supplies, will explore long-term solutions, including a potential county-wide drinking water distribution system. Both communities will also use the funding to plan for future growth while assessing their water systems.
Kurt Schaefer, director of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources, emphasized the importance of the grants, stating that improving water infrastructure is essential for building safe and healthy communities. The funding supports both public health and the long-term economic vitality of the areas…