Building the Capacity of Drinking Water Systems

Upcoming Webinar

Join us on January 28, 2025 from 1-4pm ET for a special extended EPA webinar on Lead Chemistry, Communications, and Local Engagement. More information and the registration will be posted on the Small Drinking Water Systems Webinar Series webpage.
New Initiative

Learn more about the EPA's new WaterTA Initiative: Tackling Emerging Contaminants (TEC). TEC aims to further administration of the EC-SDC grant by delivering technical assistance to address emerging contaminants and PFAS in small and/or disadvantaged communities.
New Tool

Check out the EPA's newly released Water Infrastructure & Capacity Assessment Tool (Water ICAT). This interactive map can help users identify water utilities that may benefit from water infrastructure technical assistance or capacity development assistance.
New Website

Explore the EPA's new Drinking Water Data and Tools website, which provides a clearinghouse for EPA drinking water related data and data analysis tools.

Capacity Development

The EPA's free WaterTA services support communities to identify water challenges, develop plans, build capacity, and develop application materials to access water infrastructure funding. WaterTA initiatives include Get the Lead Out (GLO), Engineering Support, Tackling Emerging Contaminants (TEC), and more.