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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)
2 February, 2008
WASA Investigates Allegations of Payroll Fraud
contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
29 January, 2008
WASA Upgrades Georgetown Sewer System to Eliminate Sinkholes

Uses Advanced “Trenchless” Technology for Less Impact

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
24 January, 2008
WASA Hosts Public Education Sessions
During Review of Lead Water Pipe Removal Program
contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
17 January, 2008
EPA Report Urges More Oversight of Wastewater Treatment Facilities to Protect Chesapeake Bay

Report from U.S. EPA Office of Inspector General

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
17 January, 2008
New EPA Report Estimates $202.5 Billion Needed Nationwide to Control Wastewater Pollution

EPA Reports on Clean Water Infrastructure Needs

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
7 January, 2008
Water Main Break at Park Rd & Warder Street, NW

Crews on site now

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
2 January, 2008
Date Change for the 128th Meeting of the WASA Board of Directors
contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
21 December, 2007
WASA HOLIDAY CLOSINGS
contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
10 December, 2007
WASA to host Combined Sewer Overflow meeting East of the Anacostia
contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
10 December, 2007
WASA and DPW Help Make the Season Bright for Some DC Families

Employees Participate in 6th Annual Bread for the Soul Toy and Food Drive

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Image: A long arm machine drilling anchor bolts into the slope.
TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Single Westbound Lane Closure on Canal Road Saturday

On Saturday, November 22, 2025, one westbound lane of Canal Road Northwest NW will be closed between Foxhall Road (Glover-Archbold Trailhead) and the Georgetown University entrance. As part of DC Water’s slope stabilization project, a crew will remove debris from the bottom of the slope. The lane closure will be in effect from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

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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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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.

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