Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) Construction
State Water Resources Control Board
About This Grant
The Division of Financial Assistant (DFA), State Water Board manages the DWSRF program and prioritizes financing for projects that address the most serious human health risks, are necessary to comply with SDWA, and assist public water systems (PWS) most in need on per household basis. Periodically funding programs that help provide clean and safe water are used in combination with the DWSRF program. Eligible community water systems (CWS) currently may receive principle forgiveness (PF)/grant from $2,000,000 up to 100% of total eligible project cost depending on the project types, community served by the CWS, and residential water rates as a percentage of MHI. Financing terms varies from 0% interest to half of California's average general obligation bond rate for the previous calendar year. Repayment may be amortized for 30 to 40 years or the useful life of he financed construction facilities. Construction of water systems' infrastructures (treatment facilities, water sources, storages, and distribution systems) and contingency of change orders are common eligible construction cost. Additional eligible construction cost examples are value appraisal and land purchase for right-of-way and easements, planning and design, administration, and construction management. Applications for the DWSRF program and associated funding are accepted on a continuous basis. After DFA receives a complete application, a detailed technical, environmental, legal, and financial review is conducted to determine the applicant’s eligibility for DWSRF and associated drinking water funding.
Grant Summary
Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) Construction is a State Water Resources Control Board grant providing funding that varies by award for nonprofit, municipality, school district. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
Focus Areas
Eligibility
How to Apply
Up to $0K
Rolling / Open
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) Construction from State Water Resources Control Board, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
- 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
- 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
- 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to State Water Resources Control Board before the deadline.
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Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) Construction: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) Construction?
Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) Construction is offered by State Water Resources Control Board and is generally open to nonprofit, municipality, school district, tribal government. It is available in CA. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.
How much funding does the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) Construction provide?
Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) Construction provides an amount that varies by award per award from State Water Resources Control Board. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.
When is the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) Construction deadline?
Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) Construction accepts applications on a rolling or ongoing basis, so there is no single fixed deadline. Confirm current timing with the funder, State Water Resources Control Board, before you apply, and submit as early as possible because rolling programs can close once funds are committed.
How do you apply for the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) Construction?
To apply for Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) Construction, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from State Water Resources Control Board.