DC Water Offers Assistance to Furloughed Workers

January 09, 2019

DC Water Will Assist Federal Workers Impacted by Government Shutdown

DC Water announced today a plan to immediately begin working with any federal worker who may need additional flexibility in paying their bill because of the government shutdown.
 
“We stand ready to work with any customer. They are unintended victims in this situation and we are gladly willing to provide anyone affected by the shutdown with a payment plan or other options for paying their bill,” said David L. Gadis, Chief Executive Officer of DC Water.
 
Gadis reminded customers that DC Water already has multiple programs to assist customers who are struggling with their bills, including:

  • Extended payment plans. Call 202-354-3600 to and work with customer assistance team.
  • SPLASH (Serving People by Lending A Supporting Hand) SPLASH is a DC Water program that helps customers maintain critical water and sewer service in times of financial emergencies.
  • DOEE Customer Assistance Program. This new program launched on January 1 and builds on the longtime Customer Assistance Program offered by DC Water for any customer in need. This and the newer versions of the program are administered by the city’s Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE).

 
Impacted federal workers can learn more about options by calling customer service at 202-354-3600. More details on customer assistance options can be found at https://www.dcwater.com/customer-assistance

Latest News

Canal Rd slope showing areas with fallen rock

Off-Peak Lane Closures and Sidewalk Closure Begin This Week

Starting, Saturday, September 20, DC Water will begin construction to stabilize the slope on Canal Road NW between Foxhall Road (Glover-Archbold Trailhead) and the Georgetown University (GU) entrance.

Photo of completed repair with concrete encasing the sewr pipe

DC Water has successfully completed emergency repairs on a critical section of the Anacostia Force Main following a failure near Anacostia Avenue and Ponds Street Northeast in July. With repairs finalized, attention now turns to rehabilitating other vulnerable segments of the 6.25-mile pipeline to ensure long-term reliability and resilience. 

Map of construction area on Clara Barton Parkway near I495

DC Water will be doing construction as part of a sanitary sewer rehabilitation project on Clara Barton Parkway in Maryland from Sept 8 - Oct 10, 2025, which may cause delays inbound near the I-495 Beltway interchange. One lane will be closed in the work zone to reline an 800-foot section of the sewer line, known as the Potomac Inteceptor. Access to the inner and outer loops of the Beltway will remain available.

Upcoming Meeting

Board of Directors Meeting

April 24, 2023

Monday 9:00 AM

Announcement

Canal Rd slope showing areas with fallen rock
DC Water to Begin Canal Road NW Slope Stabilization Project

Off-Peak Lane Closures and Sidewalk Closure Begin This Week

Starting, Saturday, September 20, DC Water will begin construction to stabilize the slope on Canal Road NW between Foxhall Road (Glover-Archbold Trailhead) and the Georgetown University (GU) entrance.

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
Date
September 18, 2025
Thursday, 9:30 AM

Upcoming Events

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.