Application Deadline Extended for the Drinking Water Source Protection Program (DWSP2)

FRIDAY, APRIL 4th AT 4:00 P.M.

Interested in protecting your source water at no out-of-pocket cost to your municipality? The DWSP2 application period has been extended to Friday, April 4 at 4 p.m. Apply using your NY.gov credentials. If you do not have a NY.gov account, please utilize the directions below to create one:

Go to https://my.ny.gov
Click “Create an Account”
Then, click “Personal” and sign up using a work email address. It is best to use a shared email for this.
Follow the steps to complete account creation.
Apply Now!

DEC also hosted a virtual information session on Tuesday, February 4, 2025. You can access the recording of this informational session to learn more details about DWSP2 and specific instructions on how to apply.

As a reminder, DEC and Department of Health (DOH) announced the availability of free technical assistance for municipalities to protect their public drinking water sources through DWSP2. DWSP2 is a multi-agency initiative led by DEC and DOH in collaboration with the Departments of Agriculture and Markets and State. Up to 30 volunteer communities will work with technical assistance providers to develop and implement programs that proactively protect public drinking water sources.

For more information on the application period, please read the press release. Community public water suppliers are encouraged to apply for free technical assistance to develop and implement a Drinking Water Source Protection Program. Visit the DWSP2 webpage to access the online application or click the link above. For any additional questions related to the application, contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..