Manual Meter Read Fee FAQ

What is the Manual Meter Read Fee?

The Manual Meter Read Fee is a monthly fee charged for each meter not transmitting usage data due to obstruction by the customer or because the customer has not allowed installation of a meter transmitting device.

How much is the fee?

Manual Meter Reading Fee, Residential  $ 20
Manual Meter Reading Fee, Non-Residential (5/8"-2")  $ 100
Manual Meter Reading Fee, Non-Residential (3"-4")  $ 250
Manual Meter Reading Fee, Non-Residential (6" and Greater)  $ 500

 

Upcoming Meeting

Board of Directors Meeting

April 24, 2023

Monday 9:00 AM

Announcement

Canal Rd slope showing areas with fallen rock
DC Water to Begin Canal Road NW Slope Stabilization Project

Off-Peak Lane Closures and Sidewalk Closure Begin This Week

Starting, Saturday, September 20, DC Water will begin construction to stabilize the slope on Canal Road NW between Foxhall Road (Glover-Archbold Trailhead) and the Georgetown University (GU) entrance.

Latest Blog Post
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.
Upcoming Meeting
Date
September 18, 2025
Thursday, 9:30 AM

Upcoming Events

Customer Service Center Announcement

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.