The North Carolina Division of Water Resources has honored Broad River Water Authority (BRWA) in Rutherford County for surpassing federal and state drinking water standards for 10 consecutive years. The division's Public Water Supply Section continues to award BRWA the prestigious N.C. Area Wide Optimization Award, which is part of a state effort to enhance the performance of existing surface water treatment facilities. Shown above with the award is Dustin Guyer, a 17 year water treatment operator.