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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.

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
12 June, 2017

DC Water Sewer Rehabilitation Project Brings Temporary Lane Closure to Canal Road, NW

Motorists advised to use alternate routes June 19 - June 26, 2017

(Washington, DC) – DC Water is performing construction activities as a part of the Sewer Rehabilitation Project for the Upper Potomac Interceptor (UPI). The project is an outcome of the intense rain events of 2015 that resulted in sewer system ...

Screen shot from Open Data Portal
1 June, 2017

New online platform makes key information public

Photo of Green Infrastructure
30 May, 2017

Authority recognized for creative financing for green infrastructure projects

One of the new DC Water skimmer boats
19 May, 2017

DC residents name new boats Flotsam & Jetsam

Photo of New DC Water Board Members
4 May, 2017

David Franco and Ivan Frishberg were sworn in and attend first meeting.

Alleypalooza 5 kickoff event with Mayor Bowser and DDOT
20 April, 2017

Technology is better for the environment, brings community benefits

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
24 March, 2017

In the wake of a renewed interest in federal investments in infrastructure, DC Water and Xylem are coming together to highlight the urgent need for investing in smart water infrastructure to maximize productivity and benefit customers.

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
22 March, 2017

Modified Traffic Closure on Oregon Avenue, NW

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
20 March, 2017

DC Water Construction Project Brings Closure to Canal Road, NW and Foxhall Road, NW

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
20 March, 2017

From March 20 through April 17, 2017, the disinfectant in drinking water that DC Water provides to its 681,000 customers will temporarily switch from chloramine to chlorine. The annual spring-time switch in water disinfection is part of a routine program to clean and maintain drinking water systems in the District of Columbia.

 

DC Water purchases treated drinking water from the Washington ...

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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