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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)
4 January, 2010
DC WASA To Host Fourth Consulting Party Meeting on the St. Elizabeths Water Tower
contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
14 December, 2009
DC WASA is Notified of Change in Water Treatment Disinfection
contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
9 December, 2009
DC WASA CANCELS PRECAUTIONARY BOIL WATER ADVISORY
contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
9 December, 2009
DC WASA CANCELS PRECAUTIONARY BOIL WATER ADVISORY
contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
8 December, 2009
Cold Weather Contributes to Water Main Breaks
contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
7 December, 2009
DC WASA ISSUES PRECAUTIONARY BOIL WATER ADVISORY FOR CUSTOMERS IN PORTION OF NORTHWEST DC
contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
1 December, 2009
DC WASA and DPW Help Brighten the Holiday Season for District Families Affected by HIV and AIDS

Employees participate in 8th Annual Bread for the Soul Toy and Food Drive

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
19 November, 2009
IBM and DC WASA Flow Technology into Washington DC’s Water and Sewer System

District of Columbia Water & Sewer Authority to automate water and sewer system and create business intelligence systems, with help from IBM

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
21 October, 2009
DC WASA To Host Additional Public Meetings on River Cleanup Efforts
contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
19 October, 2009
DC WASA Welcomes New General Manager

George S. Hawkins takes helm at DC WASA after serving as DDOE Director

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DC Water Revises Canal Road Slope Stabilization Plan in Response to Community Feedback

DC Water has revised its slope stabilization plan along Canal Road Northwest to significantly reduce traffic disruptions during construction.

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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.
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