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)
30 April, 2015

Events around Washington celebrate the value of water

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
31 March, 2015

DC Water announces 2015 town hall meetings with C.E.O. and General Manager George S. Hawkins

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
18 March, 2015

- Customers may notice a slight change in taste and smell

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

DC Water continues efforts to minimize lead and advises customers to remove lead sources

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
12 March, 2015

Authority is One of Five Recipients Selected Across the Country to Receive Technical Assistance

Upcoming Meeting

Board of Directors Meeting

April 24, 2023

Monday 9:00 AM

Announcement

Picture of DC Water staff, CEO/GM David Gadis, Mayor Muriel Bowser, DC Water Board Chair Dr. Unique N. Morris-Hughes
DC Water Blesses Tunnel Boring Machine “Mary,” Launching Her Historic Underground Journey for Potomac River Tunnel Project

Today, DC Water celebrated a major milestone in the Potomac River Tunnel Project with the ceremonial blessing of Mary, the tunnel boring machine (T

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
November 6, 2025
Thursday, 8:30 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.