Across the country, small and member-owned water systems face mounting challenges—aging infrastructure, rising operational costs, and increasingly complex regulatory requirements. Limited resources make it difficult to retain qualified staff, invest in upgrades, and maintain compliance with stringent drinking water standards. Like many small systems, Lake Station and Silver Creek Water Corporation reached a tipping point where financial strain and operational risks threatened long-term reliability. Partnering with a private water provider delivered sustainable solutions— professional management, regulatory compliance, and critical infrastructure investment.
