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New Section of Capital Crescent Trail Opens, Potomac River Tunnel Construction moves to next phase
The new trail route south of the work zone is a shared path for pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorists visiting the Washington Canoe Club.
CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITY NOTIFICATION - DC CLEAN RIVERS - POTOMAC RIVER TUNNEL PROJECT
DC Water has opened the new portion of the Capital Crescent Trail in Georgetown, serving as a detour around the Potomac River Tunnel Project construction site, west of the aqueduct. The next phase of work involves stabilizing the ground within the site in preparation for upcoming construction activities.
Capital Crescent Trail and Water Street Northwest
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DC Water completes major repairs on century old sewer tunnel
Following a nearly year-long construction effort, DC Water has completed repairs on a nine foot diameter, 140-year old sewer tunnel on 22nd Street Northwest. Construction was done in two phases, with the second phase completed one month ahead of schedule and under budget.
The work zone in the area of 22nd and Q streets is being demobilized. All northbound lanes are now open, and southbound lanes will be reopened later today prior to the evening rush hour.
The tunnel section is part of the Northwest Boundary Trunk Sewer, built in the 1800’s. Last year, an inspection revealed a large void in the ...
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DC Water Lifts Precautionary Boil Water Advisory for affected customers in Upper Northwest DC
All DC Water customers in the impact area under the precautionary boil water advisory can use tap water for all purposes after following the instructions provided below.
DC Water issued the precautionary boil water advisory on Thursday, June 12, as a conservative measure to protect public health due to a loss of power at a pumping station. This led to a loss of water pressure in the impacted area and was not associated with a water main break. We sincerely appreciate our customers’ patience while we have taken the necessary precautions to ...
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