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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.

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
24 August, 2016

DC Water receives “Utility of the Future” recognition

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
22 August, 2016

Creates new pressure zone east of the Anacostia River for improved water pressure

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
21 July, 2016

Bill introduced to prohibit labeling nonwoven disposable products as flushable

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
18 July, 2016

DC Water Continues Efforts to Minimize Lead and Advises Customers to Remove Lead Sources

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
14 June, 2016

Sector Meeting 2025 Pollution Limits 10 Years Early

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
14 June, 2016

Sector Meeting 2025 Pollution Limits 10 Years Early

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
6 June, 2016

New online tool allows customers to look up whether service lines are lead or other material,
where records are available

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
31 May, 2016

Using patented process and recently discovered microbes, the new technology cuts chemical costs and process time for efficiencies and savings

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.