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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)
18 July, 2012

Federal, regional and District dignitaries join in celebration

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
21 June, 2012

Public is urged to find other ways to beat the heat as temperatures rise

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
12 June, 2012

2012 Drinking Water Quality Report Published

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
9 May, 2012

Celebrate tap water during Drinking Water Week

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
25 April, 2012

$30 million machine to build tunnel under the Anacostia River

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
12 April, 2012

DC Water Construction for Clean Rivers Project
DDOT/DC Water Coordinating Lane Closure

Upcoming Meeting

Board of Directors Meeting

April 24, 2023

Monday 9:00 AM

Announcement

The TBM named Emily at the Herrenknecht factory in Germany
Tunnel Boring Machine Emily Passes Key Factory Test for DC Water Potomac River Tunnel Project

Final TBM prepares for shipment from Germany to DC, marking a major milestone in the Clean Rivers Program

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
October 28, 2025
Tuesday, 9:30 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.