与小型供水系统相关的所有方面的持续研究有望以合理的成本提供更高质量的水。研究也有望提高合规率。AWWA小型系统研究委员会的目的是确定与小型水系统相关的研究需求。为了确定这些研究需求，委员会选择对咨询公司和州监管机构进行调查，了解他们的看法。本文对这项调查进行了总结。

Continuing research in all aspects related to small water systems offers the promise of supplying a higher quality of water at a reasonable cost. Research can also be expected to increase the rate of compliance. The purpose of the AWWA Small Systems Research Committee is to identify research needs relevant to small water systems. In order to identify these research needs, the committee elected to conduct a survey of consulting firms and state regulatory agencies on their perceptions. A summary of this survey is presented.