Resources

The links to websites and videos below provide additional resources and information about lead in drinking water and lead poisoning prevention. 

Lead in the District 

Lead safe healthy homes 

Lead pipe replacement and safer drinking water 

From the DC Department of Energy & Environment 

Basic Information about Lead in Drinking Water 

Protect Your Tap: A Quick Check for Lead 

From the Environmental Protection Agency 

 

Lead in Drinking Water 

Lead - Prevention Tips 

From the Center for Disease Control and Prevention 

Lead in Water and Full Lead Service Line Replacement 

From the Lead Service Line Replacement Collaborative 

Videos 

Flushing Guide (video) 

Upcoming Meeting

Board of Directors Meeting

April 24, 2023

Monday 9:00 AM

Announcement

Rock Creek Trail Site for Potomac River Tunnel Project
Ground Stabilization Work Begins Near Watergate Complex, starting Aug 25

Starting the week of August 25, DC Water will take another big step forward in the Potomac River Tunnel Project. Ground stabilization will begin at the Rock Creek Trail site, near the Watergate Complex, to drill secant piles that will form a retaining wall for the drop shaft.

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

Upcoming Events

Sep 6
Sep 12
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

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.