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News & Updates

At DC Water, we understand the importance of keeping our community informed about our services, projects, and achievements. Our news web page serves as a reliable source for the latest information on a range of topics.

Alleypalooza 5 kickoff event with Mayor Bowser and DDOT
20 April, 2017

Technology is better for the environment, brings community benefits

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
24 March, 2017

In the wake of a renewed interest in federal investments in infrastructure, DC Water and Xylem are coming together to highlight the urgent need for investing in smart water infrastructure to maximize productivity and benefit customers.

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
22 March, 2017

Modified Traffic Closure on Oregon Avenue, NW

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
20 March, 2017

From March 20 through April 17, 2017, the disinfectant in drinking water that DC Water provides to its 681,000 customers will temporarily switch from chloramine to chlorine. The annual spring-time switch in water disinfection is part of a routine program to clean and maintain drinking water systems in the District of Columbia.

 

DC Water purchases treated drinking water from the Washington ...

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
20 March, 2017

DC Water Construction Project Brings Closure to Canal Road, NW and Foxhall Road, NW

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
28 February, 2017

Current CFO Mark T. Kim leaving in April after 4 years at DC Water

Image of new website
14 February, 2017

New dcwater.com empowers customers with information & resources

New Water Meter
7 February, 2017

More than 85,000 meters across the District to be replaced

2 February, 2017

DC Water’s historic D.C. Clean River project was this week honored by a national engineering organization for creatively and safely completing a $319 million tunnel that will improve the quality of the Anacostia and Potomac Rivers.

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
1 February, 2017

$100 million in certified green bonds to fund portion of DC Clean Rivers Project

Upcoming Meeting

Board of Directors Meeting

April 24, 2023

Monday 9:00 AM

Announcement

Worker on side of steep slope
Canal Road Slope Stabilization Project Nears End; Off-peak Lane Closure to Replant Slope

TRAFFIC ADVISORY - CLEAN RIVERS - POTOMAC RIVER TUNNEL PROJECT

DC Water is in the final stretch of its slope stabilization project along Canal Road NW, a critical project that will pave the way for Potomac River Tunnel construction at this site. Beginning, the week of December 15, 2025, one westbound lane of Canal Road will be closed during daytime, off-peak hours on weekdays and Saturdays to hydroseed the slope.

Latest Blog Post
A helicopter lowers a drill rig to workers on the Potomac River.
DC Water begins drilling in Potomac River to explore options to rehab underwater sewer line
When one of your major sewer lines runs through the Potomac River, a backhoe and trencher won't do. That's why we've got helicopters carrying a 14-ton drill and workers suspended midair over the Potomac.
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Customer Service Center Announcement

Payment Plan Incentive: provides a credit back of 40% of the last 3 payments made and in the new fiscal year 50% will be credited. Eligible participants are residential customers who have had an outstanding balance for 60 days or greater and with an outstanding balance of $500 or more.