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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)
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

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Piney Branch Parkway Temporary Closure and Relocation

DC Water has nearly completed construction site preparation for the Piney Branch Tunnel project, including tree removal, and installation of fences

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

Upcoming Events

May 16
2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
May 20

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.