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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)
2 November, 2021

Disconnections may be waived for eligible customers

DC Water urges customers who have a past due balance to get current, get assistance or get on a payment plan, as disconnections for some customers with a past due balance are slated to begin December 1, 2021.

Customer arrears have more than doubled since the beginning of the pandemic and are now at $26.3 million. DC Water CEO and General Manager ...

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
28 October, 2021

The National Weather Service is forecasting a potential severe weather event for the National Capital Region beginning early Friday morning and lasting into Friday evening. 

Tidal flooding is expected to be the major concern. But even without large rain totals, customers may still experience localized flooding.

DC Water is monitoring the forecast and is prepared to address any issues brought on by ...

Wendy
21 October, 2021

U.S. Water Alliance encourages residents to value their tap water


Each October, the U.S. Water Alliance designates a day in which the organization challenges residents to contemplate the water they use every day. The national “Imagine a Day without Water” holiday is October 21 this year and DC Water is celebrating with two pop-up events in the District and the release of a new children’s book about ...

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
31 August, 2021

—Tips for customers to protect their homes—

Remnants of the deadly storm Ida are charging into the region tonight. DC Water has been gearing up to address any issues brought on by heavy rains or power outages.

"Every operational area is taking precautions and we are increasing staffing across the board," said David L. Gadis, DC Water's CEO and General Manager. "This is a powerful storm, and we ...

3rd Street Tunnel
29 August, 2021

Tonight, DC Water and the District Department of Transportation (DDOT) plan to reopen the 3rd Street Tunnel and I-395 roadway at 11 pm on Sunday, August 29, well ahead of the Monday morning rush hour. The announcement comes after the pair of agencies completed seven days of investigation, repair and restoration.

The tunnel closure began in the early hours of Monday, August 23, when a broken water ...

3rd Street Tunnel Restoration
26 August, 2021

Ongoing interagency coordination key to successful response

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
25 August, 2021

Partnering with District agencies on unified response

Overnight, DC Water crews completed repairs to the water main in the 3rd Street Tunnel. The break was on an 8-inch main running through the tunnel.

DC Water and DDOT today are consulting on a path forward for restoration work and the reopening of the southbound tunnel. It is anticipated the southbound portion of the 3rd Street Tunnel between ...

3rd Street Tunnel
24 August, 2021

Water service restored to all customers on Monday;

DC Water partnering with District agencies on unified response

DC Water continues to address the water main break in the 3rd Street Tunnel. The break is on an 8-inch main that runs through the tunnel, though the exact location of the break is still being determined.

DC Water will provide an update on the time to repair once the location and ...

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
19 August, 2021

Late fees will be waived for vulnerable customers

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
8 August, 2021

Acciones de protección dadas para aquellos en la segunda área de impacto

Este aviso y más información están también disponibles en www.dcwater.com, y preguntas frecuentes bilingües se encuentran en dcwater.com/BWALiftSpanishFAQ.

Todos los clientes de DC Water en el área de impacto bajo el aviso de hervir el agua pueden usar agua del grifo para todos los propósitos después de seguir las instrucciones ...

Upcoming Meeting

Board of Directors Meeting

April 24, 2023

Monday 9:00 AM

Announcement

Section of Tunnel Boring Machine Mary being prepared for excavation to begin
Media Advisory: DC Water to Hold Ceremonial Blessing for Tunnel Boring Machine "Mary," Signaling Start of Digging for Potomac River Tunnel Project

DC Water CEO and General Manager David L. Gadis will be joined by DC Mayor Muriel Bowser, DC Water Board Chair Dr. Unique N. Morris-Hughes, and other District leaders, for the ceremonial blessing of "Mary," the massive tunnel boring machine (TBM) that will soon begin her underground journey to build part of the Potomac River Tunnel. The event, November 3, marks a major milestone on the project which will dramatically reduce combined sewer overflows and improve water quality in the District.

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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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November 6, 2025
Thursday, 9:30 AM

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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.