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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)
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

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
20 October, 2015

RSVP REQUIRED by 10/22 1:00 p.m. for event on active construction site

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
7 October, 2015

- Process also creates Class A biosolids -

- District of Columbia Mayor Bowser, Congresswoman Norton and others join in dedication ceremony -

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.