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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 August, 2010
DC Water Honored for Innovative Research to Protect the Chesapeake Bay
contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
29 July, 2010
Hydration Donation: DC Water Donates Water Coolers to District Youth Sports Programs
contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
22 July, 2010
“Hidden” DC Water infrastructure front and center in July 25 issue of Washington Post Magazine
contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
24 June, 2010
Beat the Heat, But Leave Fire Hydrants Alone
contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
23 June, 2010
District of Columbia Residents: Here's What's in Your Tap Water

Annual Drinking Water Quality Report Released

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
15 June, 2010
A Fresh Brand for Clean Water in the Nation’s Capital

District of Columbia Water and Sewer Authority Now Known as DC Water

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
11 June, 2010
A Fresh Brand for Clean Water in the Nation’s Capital

District of Columbia Water and Sewer Authority to Unveil New Trade Name, Logo, Slogan

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
8 June, 2010
DC WASA Honored for Bettering Society through Technology

Named 2010 Laureate by Computerworld Honors Program

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
1 June, 2010
DC WASA to Host Public Hearing on Proposed Rate Increase
contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
25 May, 2010
Response to May 21 Washington Post story
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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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