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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

Protective actions given for those in the smaller impact area

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

All DC Water customers in the impact area under the boil water advisory can use tap water for all purposes after following the instructions provided below.

DC Water issued the boil ...

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 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
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 ...

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21 June, 2021

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

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7 June, 2021

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

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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

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Piney Branch Parkway Section to Reopen Monday, Restoring a Key Route for DC Commuters

Following a 27-day closure, DC Water will reopen a section of Piney Branch Parkway between Arkansas Avenue and Beach Drive NW early Monday morning, restoring an important cross-town connection for thousands of District commuters. During the closure, a section of the road was temporarily relocated for construction of DC Water’s Piney Branch Tunnel Project.

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DC Water General Manager and CEO David Gadis recognizes Lily MacDonald during the May Board of Directors meeting.
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June 25, 2026
Thursday, 9:30 AM

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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.