Join OAWWA - Where Ohio's Water Professionals Connect and Grow

Whether you’re an operator, engineer, student, researcher, manufacturer, or utility leader, OAWWA connects you to the people, knowledge, and opportunities that move the water industry forward. As the Ohio Section of the American Water Works Association, we offer the local relationships and state-specific resources you need—backed by the expertise and reach of AWWA’s international network.

Your Local OAWWA Benefits

Your National AWWA Benefits 
  • Discounted training & events — Access local workshops, technical sessions, and conferences at reduced member rates.
  • In-state networking — Build relationships with peers, mentors, and industry leaders across Ohio’s water sector.
  • Ohio-specific regulatory updates — Stay informed on local policy and compliance issues that affect your work.
  • Leadership opportunities — Join committees, present at events, or take on roles that grow your skills and influence.
  • Recognition & awards — Celebrate professional achievements through OAWWA awards and recognition programs.
  • Workforce development — Support programs that inspire and prepare the next generation of water professionals.
  • envoi digital library — Full online access to 190+ ANSI-accredited standards, manuals, and technical resources.
  • Industry-leading publications — Journal AWWA, Opflow, Connections, and more.
  • National training & learning — Webinars, eLearning, and conferences across the country.
  • Member-only alerts & advisories — Timely updates on emerging issues and regulations.
  • Safety & operational tools — Resources like Let’s Talk Safety for workplace training.
  • Global professional network — Connect with members from utilities, consultancies, and organizations worldwide.

 

Become a Member of the Ohio Section AWWA!

All memberships are annual and renewed every year on your anniversary date. If you are within 90 days of your membership expiration date, a renewal notice from [email protected] with payment details and a “Click to Pay” feature may already be in your email box. If not, you can request an email with a payment link by emailing [email protected]. To pay over the phone, call the AWWA Accounts Receivable team at 1-800-926-7337, and then select option 1. 

Not sure what OAWWA district you're in? Click here to see the Ohio district map!

If you have questions about your membership and/or log in credentials for OAWWA, please email [email protected]. 

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Membership Options

Applications and more information on each type of membership can be found on AWWA's "Join" page.

  • Individual Membership - For individual water utility employees, municipal officials, engineers, scientists, consultants, students, and young professionals.
  • Utility Membership - For water/wastewater systems, small systems, water wholesalers, water suppliers, water distributors, contract operating firms, water reuse organizations
  • Service Provider Membership - For consulting and professional service firms, manufacturers, distributors, construction firms, government agencies, universities, and libraries.
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Are you an AWWA member in another state and want to receive benefits in Ohio?

Add Ohio as a "multi-section" to your existing AWWA membership. Contact AWWA at 1-800-926-7337. 

If your preferred mailing address is in OH, you will automatically become a member of the Ohio Section. If you live and/or work in a neighboring state, you can also become a member of the Section.