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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)
21 February, 2008
WASA to Host an Additional LSR Program Review Meeting in NE Quadrant
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
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)
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)
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 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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DC Water Welcomes the Community Underground to See the Potomac River Tunnel and Christens Tunnel Boring Machine Emily

DC Water celebrated the christening of Emily today. It’s the second giant tunnel boring machine (TBM) that will help build the 5.5-mile Potomac River Tunnel. The celebration continued with Community Day. Residents and families met Emily and stepped inside the tunnel where she will soon begin digging.

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