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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)
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 ...

updated impacted
7 August, 2021

Luego de dos días consecutivos de muestras claras para la mayor parte del área de aviso, DC Water está levantando el aviso de hervir el agua para una parte del área impactada.

Updated map of impacted area as of 8-7
7 August, 2021

Following two consecutive days of clear samples for most of the Advisory area, DC Water is lifting the Boil Water Advisory for a portion of the impacted area.

Updated map of impacted area
6 August, 2021

The District of Columbia Water and Sewer Authority (DC Water) advises customers in the impacted area to continue to boil tap water for cooking and drinking until tap water is confirmed safe.

Updated map of impacted area
5 August, 2021

The District of Columbia Water and Sewer Authority (DC Water) is issuing a Boil Water Advisory today for some customers after a temporary loss of pressure. DC Water advises customers to not drink or cook with their water without boiling it first if they are in the impact area.

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
13 July, 2021

New position to create a roadmap for innovation hub at DC Water

WASHINGTON, DC — DC Water today announced the hiring of Robert Bornhofen as Director of Innovation, a newly created position to spearhead the Authority’s innovation program.  

In conceiving the position, DC Water’s CEO and General Manager David L. Gadis envisioned a creative leader with a proven track record. “We performed a ...

Rainflood4
21 June, 2021

9 months after severe floods, Authority provides update on customer assistance and community outreach

Photo of a worker installing copper pipe
7 June, 2021

The plan prioritizes lead service line replacements for vulnerable populations and historically underserved communities

Photo of a green infrastructure installation
27 May, 2021

The results are in—green infrastructure projects achieved goals for stormwater runoff

Father Son
25 May, 2021

Residents in multifamily properties like apartments and condos can now apply for assistance

WASHINGTON, DC — DC Water today announced that residents in apartments and condos whose utilities are included in their rent or HOA fees can apply for the new customer assistance program for tenants in the District of Columbia. Until now, the program—called the Multifamily Assistance Program (MAP) —was ...

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.

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
Date
November 6, 2025
Thursday, 9:30 AM

Upcoming Events

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.