The Big Cabin Public Works Authority Receives $99,999 Grant for Water System Improvements from the OWRB

OKLAHOMA CITY –The Big Cabin Public Works Authority (Authority) in Craig County received approval for a $99,999 Rural Economic Action Plan (REAP) grant Tuesday through the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB) to improve the Authority’s water infrastructure.

The Big Cabin Public Works Authority is making vital improvements to its water system by replacing aging water lines and a deteriorating booster station to enhance water pressure and protect public health. This project will modernize essential infrastructure, reducing the risk of service disruptions and ensuring a more reliable water supply for residents and businesses. The estimated cost of the project is $99,999.00 which will be funded by the OWRB REAP Grant of $99,999.00.

Lori Johnson, chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the grant will save the Authority’s $182,000 in principal and interest charges by not having to borrow the project funds.

“We are grateful to Senator Micheal Bergstrom and Representative Rusty Cornwell for their continued supportof water and wastewater infrastructure funding in Oklahoma,” said Julie Cunningham, OWRB Executive Director.

Since 1983 the Water Resources Board has approved over $7.8 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.