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At DC Water, we understand the importance of keeping our community informed about our services, projects, and achievements. Our news web page serves as a reliable source for the latest information on a range of topics.

Jeffrey F. Thompson
8 May, 2023

Today, DC Water CEO and General Manager David L. Gadis welcomed Jeffrey F. Thompson to DC Water as the Authority’s new Chief Operating Officer and Executive Vice President.

“We are excited to have Jeff on board,” said Mr. Gadis. “He brings an impressive 32 years of engineering expertise and leadership acumen to this important role and is a strong addition to my Senior Executive Team.”

Mr. Thompson ...

Cover of the DC Water 2022 ESG+R Report
1 March, 2023

DC Water today issued its second annual Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) report, which provides a detailed update on ESG-related programs, projects, initiatives, and goals that occurred over the course of the fiscal year of 2022 (FY22). This report builds on the organization’s inaugural FY21 report, as it recognizes the related but distinct role resiliency plays in our enterprise ...

Photo of child drinking tap water from a glass
17 February, 2023
  • Disinfectant switch begins next week, continues until May 15
  • Regional drinking water system meets all Federal and state safety standards
  • Easy steps help reduce any temporary change in water taste

The water networks serving DC Water, along with Arlington County and northeastern Fairfax County, will undergo annual cleaning starting Monday. Water service continues uninterrupted during the process, which ...

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
8 February, 2023

One-time “Catch up” offer also waives some fees and penalties
Must be paid by May 31 

DC Water has created a one-time offer for eligible customers with a past due balance. DC Water will waive some penalties and late fees, and then reduce the balance by ten percent. This incentive, called Customer Catch Up, is available to those who qualify if they pay their reduced balance by May 31, 2023.

“After the ...

Photo of CSO 049 in Rock Creek Park
6 January, 2023

Combined sewage storage project to reduce overflows in Rock Creek Park

Presentation of the FY 2024 Proposed Budget to the Board of Directors
6 January, 2023

DC Water presented its proposed FY 2024 Budget to the Board of Directors on January 5, 2023

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
12 December, 2022

WASHINGTON, DC — DC Water will reach a significant milestone for the Clean Rivers Project when it places the Northeast Boundary Tunnel (NEBT) into operation during the summer of 2023. The NEBT will increase the combined storm runoff capacity of the Anacostia River Tunnel (ART) system as it directs captured flows of combined stormwater and sewage to the Blue Plains Advanced Wastewater Treatment ...

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
26 October, 2022

DC Water introduced an innovative financial assistance program during the pandemic to provide relief to income-eligible customers who do not directly pay a water bill. It was the first utility in the region, and one of the few in the country, to deliver financial assistance to those who pay their utilities through their rent or condo fees. To boost enrollment in the program, DC Water has just ...

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
8 September, 2022

David Gadis appointed to NIAC as the leading water utilities expert. Mr. Gadis oversees the largest advanced wastewater facility in the world, serving 700,000 Washington, DC residents and 1.6 million people in surrounding counties.

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
19 August, 2022

What: 
DC Water, Pepco and Washington Gas will host a Joint Utility Day to answer customer questions about utility services and help them understand and manage their utility bills. Ward 8 Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. and Representatives from the DC Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE), the DC Office of the People’s Counsel (DC OPC) and the Public Service Commission of the District of ...