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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.

Dr. Unique N. Morris-Hughes being sworn in at the Board of Directors Meeting
14 January, 2025

Jed Ross also takes seat as a principal board member

DC Water is celebrating a milestone appointment with this week’s swearing in of Dr. Unique N. Morris-Hughes as the new chair of the DC Water Board of Directors. This marks the first time a woman holds the position as the permanent Board Chair for the Authority.

Dr. Morris-Hughes serves on the Board on behalf of the District and is also the ...

K Street Northwest and Capital Crescent Trail
7 January, 2025

DC CLEAN RIVERS - POTOMAC RIVER TUNNEL PROJECT

DC Water will implement temporary traffic lane closures, trail detours, and parking restrictions on K Street Northwest between Potomac Street Northwest and 33rd Street Northwest as part of the Potomac River Tunnel Project. Crews will begin identifying underground utilities during the week of January 13, 2025, and expect to continue for approximately 3 ...

DC Water worker breaking up frozen ice on sidewalk
5 January, 2025

Authority activates Winter Weather Plan ahead of deep freeze and heavy snow

DC Water has activated its Winter Weather Plan as a winter storm is expected to bring as much as a foot of snow and ice to the region. Temperatures have already plunged, with prolonged temperatures below freezing putting pipes in your home in jeopardy of freezing. 

Before the storm, customers are encouraged to make sure ...

Workers fixing a water main break during the winter
3 January, 2025

As the region braces for some of the coldest temperatures in years over the next few days, DC Water is monitoring conditions, mobilizing equipment, and preparing repair crews to respond to service disruptions.

Large fluctuations in temperatures and extreme cold over a prolonged period can make water mains more susceptible to breaking and pipes in homes to freeze. 

As part of DC Water’s Winter ...

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
6 December, 2024

Aviso levantado a las 6:00 am del 6 de diciembre de 2024  

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
6 December, 2024

**Advisory is Lifted as of 6:00 a.m., December 6, 2024**

el área impactada
3 December, 2024

Los vecindarios afectados incluyen River Terrace, Mayfair, Eastland Gardens, Kenilworth, Deanwood, Central Northeast y Anacostia Park.

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
3 December, 2024

Boil Water Advisory remains in place for customers in several District neighborhoods impacted by loss of pressure early Tuesday.

Map of the Impacted Area
3 December, 2024

Impacted neighborhoods include River Terrace, Mayfair, Eastland Gardens, Kenilworth, Deanwood, Central Northeast, and Anacostia Park.

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
2 December, 2024

Sidewalk Closure on V Street NW between 1st St Street NW and Flagler Pl NW

On Monday, December 2, DC Water, in coordination with the District Department of Transportation (DDOT), implemented an emergency sidewalk closure on V St NW between First St NW and Flagler Pl NW to conduct an emergency repair on a 79-inch (6.5 foot) sewer main line.

No parking is allowed adjacent to the sidewalk closure, on ...