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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.

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 ...

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
24 May, 2021

(Washington, DC) – On or about May 26, 2021, between 11 pm and 1 am, the 74-ton main drive of the tunnel boring machine (TBM) will be hauled away from DC Water’s R Street, NW construction site. The main drive is the TBM part that powers the cutterhead to spin and cut into the ground. Between May and June, the contractor is disassembling the TBM and hauling approximately 20 parts to the project ...

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18 May, 2021

(Washington, DC) – DC Water’s contractor continues to disassemble and haul away parts of Chris the tunnel boring machine (TBM). Three pieces of the TBM will be removed and hauled this week to the project construction site near RFK Stadium. The upcoming removals will occur on or about May 19, May 20, and May 21, 2021, between 10 pm and 1 am. 

The parts will be hauled on flatbed trucks and escorted ...

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
6 May, 2021

(Washington, DC) -- Chris the Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) completed excavating the Northeast Boundary Tunnel and will be disassembled and brought to the surface. Approximately 20 pieces must be transported via flatbed trucks from the drop shaft at 6th and R Streets, NW to the DC Water construction site near RFK Stadium. 

Three pieces of the TBM will be removed and hauled this week. The removals ...

Image of the tunnel boring machine cutterhead.
4 May, 2021

After a three-year, five-mile journey below the District, “Chris” the Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) has finished excavating the Northeast Boundary Tunnel. 

Now crews will break him into 20 smaller pieces and use a crane to lift him to the surface at the R Street, NW construction site where he will be transported away. This process will run between May and June 2021 following three years underground – ...

Potomac River
16 April, 2021

Sewer separation will disconnect stormwater systems from the combined sewer system

15 April, 2021

WIFIA loan supports essential improvements to DC’s water system at affordable cost

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
12 April, 2021

Plans for both waterways receive approval from Environmental Protection Agency

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Board of Directors Meeting

April 24, 2023

Monday 9:00 AM

Announcement

Christening of TBM Emily with DC Water Interim General Manager Matt Brown holding bottle of tap water to christen Emily
DC Water Welcomes the Community Underground to See the Potomac River Tunnel and Christens Tunnel Boring Machine Emily

DC Water celebrated the christening of Emily today. It’s the second giant tunnel boring machine (TBM) that will help build the 5.5-mile Potomac River Tunnel. The celebration continued with Community Day. Residents and families met Emily and stepped inside the tunnel where she will soon begin digging.

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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.