Hoback water district seeks $300,000 county backstop
Teton County is being asked to commit $300,000 so Hoback Junction can close a $495,000 funding gap for clean drinking water work and satisfy state bidding requirements.
A $300,000 Teton County commitment would help the Hoback Junction Water and Sewer District cover a $495,000 funding gap and get state permission to bid a clean drinking water project. The district says the money is needed because the Wyoming Water Development Commission requires the funding commitment before the project can go to bid district resolution.
The request is structured as a backstop, not an immediate check. The district says it would cover the other $200,000 if necessary and hopes the county funds will not be needed, because the budget includes a required 15% contingency and the district is seeking other funders, including the United States Department of Agriculture. For Hoback residents dealing with unsafe drinking water, the commission's question is whether to put another $300,000 behind the project so the financing package can clear the next state hurdle.
Background
Teton County is considering a $300,000 commitment to help the Hoback Junction Water and Sewer District close a $495,000 budget gap for a $3.5–$4M clean drinking water project, with construction targeted for late summer 2026.
Latest: 2026-08 — Targeted start of construction for the clean drinking water system, pending final funding and bidding.
curated as of 2026-06-07
The Hoback Water and Sewer District faces a $495,000 shortfall due to a required 15% contingency, prompting a $300,000 funding request to Teton County, with SPET and general fund contingency as possible sources.
Latest: 2026-06 — County discusses funding sources: SPET funds or general fund contingency, with a preference for the latter to avoid impacting other SPET projects.
curated as of 2026-06-11
The Hoback Junction Wastewater Feasibility Study began in 2025 with a broad assessment scope; in 2026, the District sought expanded funding and scope, with formal Board discussion on expansion by October 2026.
Latest: 2026-10-16 — Water Quality Advisory Board agenda included discussion of expanded scope for Hoback Junction Wastewater Feasibility Study.
curated as of 2026-10-14
Source Documents
| Date | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|
| June 8, 2026 | Hoback Water and Sewer District Additional Funding Request Resolution | resolution |