EMERGECY WATER OUTAGE

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Work Schedule: April 20, 2024  10:30 AM to April 20, 2024  6:30 PM (estimated)

DC Water crews/contractors are currently repairing a broken valve on 8 inch water main located on Buchanan St between 13th St & Georgia Ave NW. Some customers in the area may experience a disruption in water service until repairs are complete. Traffic may be impacted by the repair work.

We apologize for the inconvenience.

Emergency Command Center
202-612-3400
OR
Submit A Report A Problem

Media inquiries should be made to the DC Water Office of Marketing and Communications at 202-787-2200 or communications@dcwater.com

 

Upcoming Meeting

Board of Directors Meeting

April 24, 2023

Monday 9:00 AM

Announcement

View of Mary at bottom of shaft inside tunnel shown from above
DC Water Launches Tunnel Boring Machine Mary, Marking Important Step for Potomac River Tunnel Project

First turn of cutterhead signals the start of excavation for the Potomac River Tunnel Project

In a defining moment for one of the District’s largest infrastructure investments, DC Water has marked its next major milestone in the Potomac River Tunnel Project. The first tunnel boring machine, Mary, has launched her northbound journey breaking through the soil to signal the start of excavation.

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A helicopter lowers a drill rig to workers on the Potomac River.
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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
April 23, 2026
Thursday, 9:30 AM

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.