Delaware Rural Water Association

The DRWA Mission:

To improve the quality of utility services for rural Delaware while protecting our natural resources. To accomplish this mission, and to protect the quality of life in rural Delaware, the Delaware Rural Water Association was incorporated in 1990 as a non-profit association. A volunteer Board of Directors that includes water operators, town managers and supervisors throughout the State of Delaware governs DRWA. The board continually strives to improve the quality of utility service in rural Delaware, while protecting our natural resources.

Protecting the Public Health:

The Delaware Rural Water Association promotes public health protection for rural communities and small municipalities. The association trains and assists rural and small community water professionals in their efforts to provide quality drinking water to their communities, the neighbors and families.

Protecting the Environment:

DRWA promotes water conservation and protection through publications and public awareness campaigns. Information and research provided to government officials aids in the development of effective regulations. And, the National Rural Water Association operates what EPA officials call "the most successful groundwater protection program in the country."

Wellhead Protection:

DRWA's Wellhead Protection Program promotes the protection of groundwater sources at the local level. It provides local officials with the tools and assistance they need to develop their own plan. The program takes a proactive approach to solving problems, and to