USDA Announces $4 Million Loan and $2 Million Grant for Edenton Wastewater Treatment System

Washington, D.C. – On Monday, August 3, 2020, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced it will invest $462 million to modernize water and wastewater infrastructure in rural communities. Edenton, North Carolina will receive $4,006,000 in loans and $1,988,000 in grants as a result of this initiative.

The money will be used for the first of two phases to make various improvements to Edenton's wastewater treatment system, which include work on the lagoon aeration system, headworks, pump station, disinfection system, administration building and other necessary projects. Edenton needs these improvements completed to become compliant with its non-discharge permit.

Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) issued the following statement.

"President Trump and his administration have been steadfast in its continued support of eastern North Carolinians. The people of Edenton will greatly benefit from these improvements to their wastewater treatment system," said Murphy.