Kentucky Rural Water Association

Utilities AdministrationKentucky, United States11-50 Employees

Kentucky Rural Water Association is a nonprofit member organization focused on utilities administration, founded in 1979 and based in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Its member utilities collectively serve the vast majority of Kentucky’s public drinking water and wastewater customers, making the association the largest utility organization in the state. The group provides non-regulatory training, technical assistance, and advocacy to promote professionalism within the water and wastewater sector, operating with a relatively small staff as a member-driven entity. 

Its work centers on supporting Kentucky’s water and wastewater providers by delivering education and guidance to help maintain safe, reliable public services. As a professional association, it emphasizes self-governance and active member engagement within the utilities administration landscape. A notable activity is organizing and supporting events, including the planned 47th Annual Conference and Exhibition in August 2026 in Lexington. The organization has received industry recognition, such as the NRWA Outstanding Achievement in Member Services Award in 2025, reflecting its focus on member services.

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