As a part of DC Water’s Potomac River Tunnel Project, temporary traffic lane closures, trail detours, and parking restrictions will extend from Water Street Northwest to the Capital Crescent Trail. The work to identify underground utilities will move to the Capital Crescent Trail on or about Friday, October 18, 2024, after completion of utility investigations on Water Street Northwest.
Tunnel project to reduce combined sewer overflows to Piney Branch and Rock Creek
The National Park Service and DC Water invite the public to comment on an Environmental Assessment (EA) for the proposed Piney Branch Tunnel project to improve water quality in Piney Branch, a tributary of Rock Creek.
When you turn on the faucet you expect water to come out, but on Thursday, Oct. 17, we’re asking you to ‘Imagine a Day Without Water.’ As part of a National Day of Action, DC Water is hosting a ‘Pop-Up’ event at Farragut Square to highlight the value of water.
As part of DC Water’s Potomac River Tunnel (PRT) Project, temporary traffic lane closures, trail detours, and parking restrictions, will be implemented to locate underground utilities along Water Street Northwest, and the Capital Crescent Trail on or about the week of October 15, 2024, weather permitting.
Enjoy entertainment, activities and engage with environmental and health experts on why and how to become lead free
DC Water invites you to take the first step to be “Lead Free for Me” during our family-friendly event Saturday, October 5, Bring the kids and discover how we are working to remove all lead water service lines in the District.
Emergency repairs are progressing on a nine-foot sewer tunnel that has closed a section of 22nd St NW since early July. DC Water and its contractor have made significant repairs to reinforce the tunnel. Repairs to a large void above the tunnel are ongoing to mitigate the risk of a sinkhole and collapse under the weight of traffic.
Albemarle Street, NW: Roadway Closure and Detour Starts September 9
DC Water contractors will begin mobilizing a construction site on Albemarle Street, NW, between Connecticut Avenue and 32nd Street, to complete work related to the Soapstone Valley Sewer Rehabilitation Project.
DC Water’s Permit Operations has updated the process for requesting tap and meter sets. Customers and contractors are now required to submit tap and meter set requests together. In addition, the installation of the meters will occur at the same time as the tap/water connection.
We are flashing back to the groundbreaking ceremony in May for our newest project, which will reduce combined sewer overflows to the Potomac River. Please view the FULL RECAP VIDEO on our YouTube Channel and to learn more about the project visit www.dcwater.com/prt.
Dry conditions, extreme heat, and lower-than-normal water levels in the Potomac River are raising concerns about the potential for drought.
