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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.

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

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 ...

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)
28 February, 2017

Current CFO Mark T. Kim leaving in April after 4 years at DC Water

Image of new website
14 February, 2017

New dcwater.com empowers customers with information & resources

New Water Meter
7 February, 2017

More than 85,000 meters across the District to be replaced

2 February, 2017

DC Water’s historic D.C. Clean River project was this week honored by a national engineering organization for creatively and safely completing a $319 million tunnel that will improve the quality of the Anacostia and Potomac Rivers.

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
1 February, 2017

$100 million in certified green bonds to fund portion of DC Clean Rivers Project

Upcoming Meeting

Board of Directors Meeting

April 24, 2023

Monday 9:00 AM

Announcement

Photo of temporarily relocated section of Piney Branch Parkway
Piney Branch Parkway Section to Reopen Monday, Restoring a Key Route for DC Commuters

Following a 27-day closure, DC Water will reopen a section of Piney Branch Parkway between Arkansas Avenue and Beach Drive NW early Monday morning, restoring an important cross-town connection for thousands of District commuters. During the closure, a section of the road was temporarily relocated for construction of DC Water’s Piney Branch Tunnel Project.

Latest Blog Post
DC Water General Manager and CEO David Gadis recognizes Lily MacDonald during the May Board of Directors meeting.
From Classroom to Community: A Student Spotlight on DC Water's SPLASH Program
A speechwriting assignment became a call to action for water access and affordability through DC Water's SPLASH program.
Upcoming Meeting
Date
June 25, 2026
Thursday, 9:30 AM

Upcoming Events

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.