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DC Water's
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)
15 January, 2016

Action modifies 2005 legal agreement by incorporating green infrastructure to reduce combined sewer overflows to the Potomac River and Rock Creek

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
22 December, 2015

DC Water’s second tunnel boring machine completes dig of the First Street Tunnel;

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
16 December, 2015

Regional agencies participate in water sampling and testing in Northwest DC neighborhoods

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
10 December, 2015

DC Water contracts with Global Express Financial Services for 150+ walk-in payment centers;
DC Water to close its First Street, NE payment center Jan 29

Upcoming Meeting

Board of Directors Meeting

April 24, 2023

Monday 9:00 AM

Announcement

Picture of previous rock slide on the slope
DC Water Revises Canal Road Slope Stabilization Plan in Response to Community Feedback

DC Water has revised its slope stabilization plan along Canal Road Northwest to significantly reduce traffic disruptions during construction.

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
September 2, 2025
Tuesday, 10:00 AM

Upcoming Events

Customer Service Center Announcement

Payment Plan Incentive: provides a credit back of 40% of the last 3 payments made and in the new fiscal year 50% will be credited. 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.