Guide explores resources to protect drinking water from runoff

The American Water Works Association (AWWA) has introduced a guide designed to walk utility systems through water conservation programs available via the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The guide, USDA Tools to Support Source Water Protection, provides information about keeping drinking water safe and free of excess nutrients. AWWA outlines programs available from USDA's Natural Resources Conservation Service and provides utilities with contact information for additional USDA resources through the Agricultural Research Service, Climate Hubs, Economic Research Service and others.