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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.
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The Critical Need for a More Resilient Water Source and Protecting the One We Have
Source Water Protection Week highlights the case for second water source.

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Excavation site outside the I-495 Beltway showing section of the PI
Cleaning complete on Lock 11, Tree Removal Begins for Long-Term Rehabilitation of Sewer Line

Crews completed cleaning on Lock 11 of the C & O Canal as prescribed by the National Park Service, with soil removal also nearing completion within the lock area. Tree removal is also underway, after DC Water received the permits to move forward as part of the site preparations for the long-term accelerated rehabilitation of more than 2700 linear feet of the Potomac Interceptor sewer line that had been previously planned.

Photo of long stretch of C & O Canal with soil removed
Long-Term Rehabilitation Work on Potomac Interceptor Continues in Preparation for Construction

DC Water has excavated a section of the Potomac Interceptor along Clara Barton Parkway, outside the I-495 Beltway as part of the accelerated rehabilitation of more than 2700 linear feet of the interceptor that was previously planned. As part of the long-term rehabilitation project, crews are beginning to remove trees which is necessary to construct a bypass chamber that will divert wastewater around sections of the pipe while they are being rehabilitated.

The shields for the tunnel boring machine Mary being lowered by cranes into the shaft
DC Water Earns Prominent Award for Sustainable Finance Leadership through Green Bonds

Recognition highlights DC Water’s commitment to environmental stewardship during Earth Month

DC Water has been honored with the “Green Bond of the Year – US Muni Bond” Award by Environmental Finance, a leading industry publication. This achievement celebrates DC Water’s leadership in sustainability and its dedication to responsible municipal financing.

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DC Water Response to Federal and State Lawsuits regarding the Potomac Interceptor Sewer Overflow

DC Water issues the following statement in response to the complaints filed by the Maryland Office of the Attorney General and the Department of Justice on behalf of the U.S. Environmental Protection ...

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April 24, 2023

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The shields for the tunnel boring machine Mary being lowered by cranes into the shaft
DC Water Earns Prominent Award for Sustainable Finance Leadership through Green Bonds

Recognition highlights DC Water’s commitment to environmental stewardship during Earth Month

DC Water has been honored with the “Green Bond of the Year – US Muni Bond” Award by Environmental Finance, a leading industry publication. This achievement celebrates DC Water’s leadership in sustainability and its dedication to responsible municipal financing.

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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.
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April 28, 2026
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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.