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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.

Spanish language graphic lifting boil water advisory
13 June, 2025

** La advertencia se levanta a partir de las 21:00 del jueves 13 de junio de 2025**

Todos los clientes de DC Water en la zona afectada, bajo la recomendación preventiva de hervir el agua, pueden usar agua del grifo para cualquier propósito después de seguir las instrucciones que se proporcionan a continuación.

graphic with list of affected areas and map
12 June, 2025

The District of Columbia Water and Sewer Authority (DC Water) issued a precautionary Boil Water Advisory today for some customers in Northwest D.C., due to a loss of water pressure, impacting 4,929 customers.

This is a precautionary notice to customers in the impacted area to boil water that may be ingested due to water of unknown quality in this localized area of the system.

Spanish map of affected areas and list
12 June, 2025

La Autoridad de Agua y Alcantarillado del Distrito de Columbia (DC Water) emitió hoy un aviso preventivo de hervir el agua para algunos clientes en el noroeste de DC debido a una pérdida de presión de agua, que afectó a 4929 clientes (ver mapa a continuación).

Este es un aviso preventivo para que los clientes en el área afectada: hiervan el agua que puedan ingerir debido a la calidad desconocida ...

Stock photo of home/basement damage from flooding
11 June, 2025

Investments in Infrastructure Improvements making a difference in flood prone areas

Today, DC Water and the District are partnering to educate DC residents about the risk of flooding during an event at Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Library. The event, being held from 3 p.m. – 6 p.m., will include multiple District agencies as well as other local and federal partners.

SPLASH graphic with program information and QR code
5 June, 2025

DC Water is launching a new online portal where you can help others in the DC community facing financial hardship and in need of a helping hand. SPLASH, which stands for Serving People, Lending A Supporting Hand, is fully funded by donations and provides up to $350 in assistance to eligible customers to ensure everyone has access to essential water and sewer services during tough times.

Map of Watet St NW showing road closures
27 May, 2025

DC CLEAN RIVERS – POTOMAC RIVER TUNNEL PROJECT

As of May 27, 2025, (weather permitting), DC Water has relocated the work zone on the north side of Water Street Northwest, near the entrance to the Capital Crescent Trail, to the south side of the road.

Map of traffic detours around tree removal work zone
27 May, 2025

DC Water is advising motorists of traffic changes to remove trees as part of the Potomac River Tunnel Project. The work will take place during the week of May 27, 2025, in the park area on Ohio Drive Southwest, west of the Lincoln Memorial.

Excavation of water main break
19 May, 2025

Closure between Morris Rd and Suitland Pkwy, motorists encouraged to avoid area

DC Water crews are on scene of a water main break that occurred early this morning on Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue Southeast. Water from the main flooded the street and caused significant damage to the roadway, closing the street between Morris Road and Suitland Parkway.

Road closed sign
19 May, 2025

DC Water is wrapping up repairs on a broken 8-inch water main on Martin Luther King Jr. Ave Southeast; however, motorists are advised to continue to steer clear of the road. It’s expected to remain closed between Howard Rd and Talbert Street through Tuesday and possibly longer.

Map showing lane closure from Ohio  Drive to I-66 ramp
13 May, 2025

Beginning on or about May 13, 2025, DC Water will temporarily close one lane of the ramp from Ohio Drive Southwest to I-66. Crews will be working to locate and mark underground utilities in the park area west of the Lincoln Memorial as part of the Potomac River Tunnel Project. The lane closure will occur after the morning rush hour and reopen before the evening rush hour begins.

Upcoming Meeting

Board of Directors Meeting

April 24, 2023

Monday 9:00 AM

Announcement

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Piney Branch Parkway Temporary Closure and Relocation

DC Water has nearly completed construction site preparation for the Piney Branch Tunnel project, including tree removal, and installation of fences

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.
Upcoming Meeting

Upcoming Events

May 16
2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
May 20

Customer Service Center Announcement

Payment Plan Incentive: provides a credit back of 50% of the last 3 payments made. 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.