Welcome to the Official Website of Rural Water District No. 17, LeFlore County, Oklahoma
Annual Membership Meeting January 17 at 11:00 AM, Voting until 3:00 PM
The district will hold its annual membership meeting on Saturday, January 17, 2026 beginning at 11:00 AM. We will be voting on 2 board member seats, along with an amended set of by-laws.
A copy of the voting process, agenda and the proposed amended by laws as mailed to all members this past week. Voting will take place between 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM. You may come to vote at anytime in that period. This will allow for less crowding in the office and meeting area. Copies of all of those documents are viewable below.
Proposed Amended By-Law Summary
The District will be hiring a construction inspector for the projects to be completed this year. The funds to pay for this inspector will be paid out of the grants. See below a brief job description. If you are interested, or know of someone who might be, please contact the District via email.
Water Constuction Inspector Job Description
Water Quality Testing
Our water samples continue to pass all DEQ testing with flying colors! We take water quality very seriously and we test our system regularly. While the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) only requires testing once a week, our certified Water Operator tests at least twice a week. All of our test results are sent directly to our regional DEQ compliance officer, Jeremy Holman.These regular tests help us confirm that our water is safe to drink and that we’re meeting all DEQ standards. They also show how well the treatment process is working from our water source, which is Irons Fork Lake and the City of Mena.
Once a month, our Water Operator also collects a water sample from random locations chosen by DEQ. Those samples are tested for any signs of bacteria or contamination. This monthly testing helps us stay on top of any changes in water quality and ensures we’re providing clean, safe drinking water to everyone in Rural Water District No. 17.
Have a question?
As a reminder, inquiries about water leaks, billing questions, or any water-related concerns can be made at any time. You may phone the office, leave a message or send an email.
Bill Payment Options
LOOKING FOR THE MOST CONVENIENT WAY TO PAY YOUR BILL?
We offer a wide variety of payment options for our customers. Simply choose the option that best suits your needs:
- PAY ONLINE using ECHECK ($1.50 processing fee)
- Simply select Bill Pay, then select Saved Payment Sources, and add ECHECK information.
- PAY ONLINE directly from this website. Our new billing/payment system gives you: Instant access to statements, payment history, use a credit card or checking account to make payments with option for auto draft for payments. Create your personal account today! There is a online processing fee of 2.75%, plus .50 per transaction, with no minimum for credit card payments.
- Echeck is a flat fee of $1.50. This uses your bank routing and account number to complete the transaction. Safe, convenient and always available.
- MAIL YOUR CHECK to our office. The mail is picked up up daily.
RWD No. 17 Leflore County
21981 State Highway 63
Hodgen, OK 74939-3091 - DROP OFF YOUR PAYMENT at our office. Locked drop box is located in the door and is emptied daily.
Rural Water District No. 17 Leflore County Office (blue building)
21981 State Highway 63
Silk Purse Project
Update January 7, 2026: Our building has received much needed repairs and renovations. The porch and access ramp have been completed, fully functional and beautiful to behold! We were blessed with a Choctaw Development Fund grant to renovate the front porch to accommodate the access ramp. 
THANK YOU to members who have donated over $10,000 in labor, materials and funds to these efforts!
