Griffith Announces Over $2.6 Million to Wise County Public Service Authority for Water System Improvements

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 | W. P. Jackson Krug (202-225-3861)

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development has awarded the Wise County Public Service Authority, based in Wise, Virginia, a $1,905,000 grant and a $791,000 loan. The funding supports the final phase of constructing water system improvements. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement:

 

“The Wise County Public Service Authority is dedicated to making needed improvements to the County’s water infrastructure.

 

“These funds for more than $2.6 million helps the Service Authority deliver a reliable water system to Wise County citizens.” 

 

BACKGROUND

 

These funds were made available through the Water and Waste Disposal Loan & Grant program.

 

According to USDA Rural Development, this project will address pressure fluctuations and reduced water storage and flow capacities.

 

In August 2023, Congressman Griffith announced nearly $4.8 million to the Wise County Public Service Authority for water system improvements.

 

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