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David Gadis meets DC Water employees
We caught up with David Gadis for a pre-interview in the days before he officially took the helm.
Rain gardens like this help keep toxic runoff from parking lots from entering the river system.
Though blue is our favorite color, green is a close second.
Washington DC ornithologist Dan Rauch walks to a morning bird count on Kingman Island, Anacostia Park. Washington DC, 2012.
Water quality and overall health of the Anacostia River have improved impressively, and are only getting better.

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Board of Directors Meeting

April 24, 2023

Monday 9:00 AM

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Last gantry at the bottom of the shaft where crews connect it
Now Fully Assembled, It’s Full Speed Ahead for the tunnel boring machine Mary and the Potomac River Tunnel

Final Gantry Completes Mobile Support Train Behind Mary Stretching More Than 700 Feet

DC Water’s tunnel boring machine Mary may be the muscle behind the Potomac River Tunnel Project, but the gantries that trail behind her form the heart, brains, and guts of the operation. Now crews have lowered and connected the final gantry section, giving Mary the tools and equipment she needs to continue tunneling north.

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Emergency supplies arranged on a table, including bottled water, canned food, a backpack, first aid kit, flashlight, phone, medication and other essential items.
Simple Ways to Stay Prepared at Home
A few simple steps can help your household prepare for severe weather and temporary water or sewer service interruptions.
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Upcoming Events

Sep 6
Sep 19

Customer Service Center Announcement

Payment Plan Incentive: provides a credit back of 50% of the last 3 payments made. 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.