The impact of a water system on a community can be dramatic.
Residents enjoy better health because of improved sanitation and higher quality water.
Convenience of indoor plumbing and pride in the homes and community are visible effects. In addition, installation of water systems stimulates employment opportunities and increases real estate values. Although fire protection is not considered a major feature in installation of FmHA-financed systems, the accessibility to adequate quantities of water encourages construction of homes and businesses. Dependable supplies of good quality water at reasonable and stable costs has been beneficial to health, quality of life and economic development of rural areas. Mrs. Collins knows the value of a water system.