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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.

Pipeline Software
8 April, 2019

Computer program evaluates sewer pipe conditions to help utilities save money, prioritize repairs

DC Water’s technology team in cooperation with its development partner Wipro has created an innovative solution that will radically change the way it – and other water utilities throughout the nation—both inspect sewer pipes and prioritize repairs and replacements. By saving costs on analysis ...

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
5 April, 2019

New CRIAC Partial Volumetric Rate Structure Will Balance Consumption with Impervious Area

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
5 April, 2019

We commend the Office of the Inspector General for taking the time to learn about the monitoring protocols that DC Water follows in the District to comply with the EPA Lead and Copper Rule (LCR). The OIG found DC Water was fully compliant with all LCR monitoring requirements and the audit of LCR compliance monitoring reports from the past five years contained no errors. 

We hope our response ...

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
4 April, 2019

District Government & DC Water partner to help non-profits and low/moderate income customers

DC Water is encouraging residents and non-profits to take advantage of the new assistance programs that went into effect this year and which offer significant new opportunities for savings.

 

“This ...

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
4 April, 2019

(Washington, DC) – In preparation for construction associated with the DC Water Northeast Boundary Tunnel (NEBT) (dcwater.com/NEBT), contractors will remove portions of the medians on Rhode Island Avenue, NW between 2nd Street and North Capitol Street, NW. This removal is needed to allow for various detours and lane shifts during construction. While the construction was scheduled to begin March 11 ...

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
1 April, 2019

DC Water’s drinking water is not affected by the advisory in effect for some parts of Southern Prince George’s County, Maryland. This portion of Maryland is served by the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC). For more information, please see WSSC's advisory or contact WSSC at 301-206-4002 or wsscwater.com.

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
27 March, 2019

(Washington, DC) – On Monday, April 1, 2019, construction crews will begin utility location work in the 600-block of Rhode Island Avenue, NW. Traffic and parking restrictions will be in effect on Rhode Island Avenue, 6th Street, NW and R Street, NW. The work will be done in four phases that will last approximately 2 days each. The work will be conducted between the hours of 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM and ...

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
26 March, 2019

(Washington, DC) – In preparation for construction associated with the Northeast Boundary Tunnel Project (NEBT) (dcwater.com/NEBT), DC Water’s contractor will close 3rd Street, NW to traffic between Rhode Island Avenue, NW and Florida Avenue, NW.  The contractor will mobilize on 3rd Street, NW beginning Monday, April 1, 2019. The road will be closed through December 2022.

Travel Restrictions

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20 March, 2019

From March 25 to May 6, the Washington Aqueduct will change the compound used to clean drinking water from chloramine to chlorine. The annual switch is part of a routine program to clean and maintain DC Water’s distribution system.

During this time, crews will also flush hydrants to enhance water quality across the District. This is standard practice for water utilities across the country to ...

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
19 March, 2019

Dye testing process enables the Authority to determine existing sewer configurations

DC Water is beginning sewer investigations as part of the larger Clean Rivers Project in Georgetown.

The Clean Rivers Project is cleaning up all three of the District’s waterways as part of a 2005 consent decree. In the Potomac River sewershed, DC Water will use a multifaceted approach to reduce combined sewer ...

Upcoming Meeting

Board of Directors Meeting

April 24, 2023

Monday 9:00 AM

Announcement

Map of area on K and 30th St where utility investigation will occur
TRAFFIC ADVISORY: 30th and K streets Northwest: Temporary Lane and Sidewalk Closures

Map: The blue arrows represent the pedestrian detour. Motorists follow the yellow arrows.

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.
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