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UPDATE: Potomac Interceptor Repair, February 21
Potomac Interceptor Repair UpdateFebruary 21, 2026
For nearly two weeks, no overflows have entered the Potomac River. The last release to the river occurred on February 8. Crews are continuing to remove debris and large rocks from inside the damaged pipe section. An initial assessment of the damaged pipe section determined the remaining intact structure downstream, which is blocked by an extensive rock dam, is structurally compromised and unsafe for crews to continue work inside the pipe. Alternate measures are being developed to extend the excavation around the damaged section, stabilize the area ... Read More
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PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE: DC Water to Provide Update and Next Steps on Potomac Interceptor Response
DC Water will host two community meetings to provide a comprehensive update on the Potomac Interceptor response, current system status, and next steps in emergency repair and long-term rehabilitation efforts.
The meetings will provide a structured overview of:
What occurred Immediate response actions Current repair timeline Long-term Capital Improvement Plan commitmentsDC Water officials and technical staff will present information directly and answer questions from community members.
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Wednesday, February 25 - Washington, DC
What: Community Meeting on Potomac Interceptor Response
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UPDATE: Potomac Interceptor Collapse, February 20
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Today marks the 12th consecutive day with no new overflow events entering the Potomac River or impacting surface waters. The bulkhead installed in the Potomac Interceptor at I-495 continues to function as designed, preventing flow from moving downstream toward the damaged section of pipe. Bypass pumping remains fully operational, despite heavy rains and snowmelt increasing flow. Crews continue to vacuum debris downstream of the collapse and work has begun to remove a rock dam blocking the pipe, as well as additional boulders and other debris upstream and downstream of the collapse site ... Read More
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Crews have removed debris, rocks, and boulders from the damaged section of the Potomac Interceptor. An assessment determined the downstream pipe cannot safely support crew entry, and a large rock dam remains. An alternate plan to remove it is underway due to the pipe’s integrity. Meanwhile, crews remain on site around the clock to support bypass pumping and ongoing cleaning efforts downstream of the collapse. Preparations are also underway for the forecasted rain and snow, which could increase flows and make conditions more challenging for equipment and crews. Daily water quality sampling continues. 🔗 https://www.dcwater.com/about-dc-water/media/news/update-potomac-interceptor-repair-february-21
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