OVERVIEW

As part of its Capital Improvement Program, DC Water is abandoning and installing large diameter ductile iron water main in various locations throughout the city. Construction for this project will occur in Petworth neighborhood (see construction location map on the back). These efforts will help improve water quality and system reliability, increase water pressure in some areas, and maintain adequate flows throughout the system.

SCOPE OF WORK

• Abandonment of existing 20-inch water main and removal of existing valve

• Installation of end caps

• Installation of tree protection

SCHEDULE

• Construction start: November 2025

• Construction completion: January 2026

• Normal work hours: 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday

  • The contractor may, at times, need to work at night or on weekends, dependent upon certain construction activities or due to inclement weather.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• For all planned temporary water service shut-offs, affected residents will be notified 48 hours in advance. Service interruptions should be minimal.

• Construction activities such as these may cause temporary discolored water or low water pressure. If you experience discolored water, it is recommended that you flush your cold water tap from the lowest point inside your property for approximately 15 minutes. If your water does not clear after this process, please contact DC Water’s Water Quality and Technology Division or our 24-hr Emergency/Command Center.

TRAFFIC

• Flagging operations and lane closures may be required daily for each construction phase to maintain traffic in the construction work zone. All Traffic Control Plans will be approved by the District Department of Transportation (DDOT).

• Notifications regarding “No Parking” zones will be posted 72 hours prior to construction, in certain areas in and around the job site, as required by DDOT.

PARTNERS

DC Water is currently working closely with DDOT to ensure minimal traffic disruptions during this project. Regular updates will also be provided to impacted residents, Advisory Neighborhood Commission 4C  and , Ward 4 representatives in the Mayor’s Office of Community Relations and Services, and Ward 4 Councilmember Janeese Lewis George and members of their staff.