Emergency Water Outage

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Work Schedule: Dec 26, 2025 4:06 PM to Dec 27, 2025 12:06 AM (estimated)

DC Water crews/contractors are currently repairing a broken valve located on S St NW between 16th St NW and 17th St NW. Some customers in the area may experience low water pressure until repairs are complete.

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. 

Upcoming Meeting

Board of Directors Meeting

April 24, 2023

Monday 9:00 AM

Announcement

Map of lane closure
Traffic Advisory: Rock Creek and Potomac Parkway NW Lane Closure Beginning Jan 19

Beginning on or about January 19, 2026, weather permitting, DC Water will implement a temporary lane closure on Rock Creek and Potomac Parkway NW b

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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 7, 2026
Tuesday, 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.