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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.

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
24 August, 2016

DC Water receives “Utility of the Future” recognition

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
22 August, 2016

Creates new pressure zone east of the Anacostia River for improved water pressure

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
21 July, 2016

Bill introduced to prohibit labeling nonwoven disposable products as flushable

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
18 July, 2016

DC Water Continues Efforts to Minimize Lead and Advises Customers to Remove Lead Sources

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
14 June, 2016

Sector Meeting 2025 Pollution Limits 10 Years Early

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
14 June, 2016

Sector Meeting 2025 Pollution Limits 10 Years Early

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
6 June, 2016

New online tool allows customers to look up whether service lines are lead or other material,
where records are available

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
31 May, 2016

Using patented process and recently discovered microbes, the new technology cuts chemical costs and process time for efficiencies and savings

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.