SALT LAKE CITY — Four Utah communities will receive federal funding to improve water and wastewater systems, USDA Rural Development announced Monday.
The investments include $2.9 million for Corinne City in Box Elder County to upgrade its wastewater system, replacing aging pipes, manholes and lift station pumps. Richfield in Sevier County will receive $1.1 million to repair its culinary water system, replace lead pipes and curb water loss.
Lyman in Wayne County is set to receive $4.5 million for a new 500,000-gallon storage tank, a well and distribution improvements. In San Juan County, La Sal will use a $30,000 grant for technical assistance to study the feasibility of a municipal water system.
“While city infrastructure is often taken for granted, we know investing in critical systems like drinking water and waste management can’t be overlooked or delayed,” said Stan Summers, USDA Rural Development’s Utah state director. “We applaud community leaders who think ahead and do what’s best for the people they serve.”
The projects are funded through USDA Rural Development’s Water and Environmental Programs, which support communities of 10,000 residents or fewer.