PA H2O PA Small Water and Sewer Program

State grant program for small water, sewer, and stormwater infrastructure projects serving rural and small municipalities.

The H2O PA Small Water and Sewer program provides grants for construction or improvement of publicly owned drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater systems. Projects must serve municipalities with populations under 12,000 and address public health or safety concerns. Typical awards fund line replacement, treatment plant upgrades, and MS4 compliance work. CFA accepts applications on a rolling basis but typically reviews them in funding rounds. Applicants must demonstrate need, provide engineering documentation, and show commitment to long-term operation and maintenance. A local match of 15–50% is typically required depending on project type.