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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.

Image of smiling girl holding out a glass of water. The text says "Lead Free For Me. Join DC Water and Community Partners for this special event.
30 September, 2024

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 where you can bring the kids and discover how we are working to remove all lead water service lines in the District. The event on Saturday, October 5, will include activity zones with ...

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
16 September, 2024

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. Additional work is expected to continue for another four to five ...

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
6 September, 2024

Albemarle Street, NW: Roadway Closure and Detour Starts September 9th.

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
26 August, 2024

WASHINGTON, DC — 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.

To request tap and meter sets, please complete the Tap and Meter Set Request Form in its entirety ...

Engaging scene in the Potomac River Groundbreaking Ceremony video.
8 August, 2024
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.
contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
29 July, 2024

Dry conditions, extreme heat, and lower-than-normal water levels in the Potomac River are raising concerns about the potential for drought.

Hydro excavating utilities with a vac truck.
24 July, 2024

(Washington, DC) – DC Water's Potomac River Tunnel Project contractor began utility tie-in operations along Independence Avenue, SW between Ohio Drive, SW, and West Basin Drive, SW on June 16, 2024. This work requires phased temporary closures of one to two eastbound travel lanes and one to two westbound travel lanes on Independence Avenue the crosswalk at West Basin Drive and Independence Avenue ...

Ohio Drive SW Closure Traffic Signs
24 July, 2024

(Washington, DC) – DC Water closed Ohio Drive, SW, between Independence Avenue, SW, and West Basin Drive, SW for approximately six years to complete work related to the Potomac River Tunnel Project. The closure began on June 17, 2024, weather permitting. During this time, eastbound and westbound travel lanes, parking lanes, and the sidewalk through West Potomac Park along Ohio Drive, and between ...

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
12 July, 2024

Northbound lanes of 22nd Street NW also closed between P and Q Streets.

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
11 July, 2024

Southbound 22nd Street NW Between Massachusetts Avenue and P Street is closed for emergency repairs to a sewer beneath the roadway.

Upcoming Meeting

Board of Directors Meeting

April 24, 2023

Monday 9:00 AM

Announcement

Tunnel Boring Machine named Mary undergoing Factory Acceptance Testing
Factory Testing Complete on DC Water’s first tunnel boring machine for the Potomac River Tunnel

Her name is Mary and she’s a tunnel boring machine (TBM) capable of cutting through hard rock and boring a tunnel 21 feet in width.

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.
Upcoming Meeting
Date
May 1, 2025
Thursday, 9:30 AM