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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)
12 October, 2011

Senator Benjamin Cardin, Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton, Mayor Vincent Gray and other dignitaries join in celebration

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
27 September, 2011

Award Recognizes First-of-its-Kind Use of AMR Data in Water Utility

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
1 September, 2011

Speed and Skill Tested in “Water and Sewer Olympics”

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
21 July, 2011

Industry Association Recognizes Plant for Sixth Consecutive Year

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
11 July, 2011

Repair Work Will Take Place Between Brandywine Street and Ridge Road

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.