Water Infrastructure
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DEQ is looking for top talent to share their knowledge, skills, and commitment to a strong, safe environment for our state and beyond.
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Need Water Infrastructure Funding?
Spring '23 application training dates/locations & materials are available here. The deadline for submittal of Spring '23 funding applications is May 1, 2023.
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Feb. 2023 Project Funding Approvals
The State Water Infrastructure Authority approves water, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure projects that make life better for North Carolina families and businesses. You will find approved projects from the 2/21/23 State Water Infrastructure Authority meeting here.
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NC's Statewide Water and Wastewater Master Plan: The Road to Viability
North Carolina's new statewide plan is paving the way for a brighter environmental and economic future for our state.
Read the reportWhat We Do
The North Carolina Division of Water Infrastructure provides financial assistance for projects that improve water quality. Programs within the division fund many types of projects, including sewer collection and treatment systems, drinking water distribution systems, water treatment plants, stormwater management systems, and stream restoration.
Water Infrastructure By The Numbers
To Help NC Communities
Since 2014, we’ve helped NC communities with more than $1.5 billion in funding assistance, as they invest in their economic and environmental future.
To Fund NC's Drinking Water Needs
$15 billion will be needed to fund NC’s drinking water needs over the next 20 years.
To Fund NC's Clean Water Needs
$11 billion will be needed for clean water needs such as wastewater treatment systems and sanitary sewers over the next 20 years.