State Awards $508,589 to Falcon for Water Reliability Project

Governor Tate Reeves and state agencies approved a $508,589 grant for the Falcon Water Project on December 11, 2025, part of a broader package of infrastructure and economic development awards across Mississippi. The funding is designated to connect the Town of Falcon to the Darling Water Association as a backup water supply and to repaint Falcons 100,000 gallon elevated storage tank. Officials identified the project as a rural water infrastructure improvement under programs supported by DRA and SCRC.

The award will finance two primary actions. First, construction of a connection to the Darling Water Association will establish a redundant supply route for Falcon, allowing the town to draw water from an alternate system if the primary source fails or requires repair. Second, repainting the elevated storage tank will address the condition of the towns largest potable storage asset, an element critical to maintaining safe water quality and reliable pressure.

The funding comes amid statewide approvals that involved multiple agencies and programs. The Falcon project was included among initiatives receiving support through development and regional coordination channels aimed at rural communities. The allocation signals continued attention to small town water systems, which commonly face aging infrastructure and limited local revenue options for large capital projects.

For Quitman County residents the project carries several immediate implications. A redundant connection can reduce the risk of service interruptions during equipment failures or extreme weather events, and a rehabilitated storage tank can limit corrosion and contamination risks while extending the life of the asset. Both measures support public health, firefighting capacity, and the stability of residential and commercial water service in Falcon.

As the Falcon Water Project moves from funding approval to implementation, local officials and residents will need timely information on project timelines, costs beyond the grant, and any temporary service impacts. Transparent oversight of construction contracts and project milestones will be important to ensure the grant delivers the reliability and public health benefits it is intended to provide.