DC Water's
News & Updates

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.

Alleypalooza 5 kickoff event with Mayor Bowser and DDOT
20 April, 2017

Technology is better for the environment, brings community benefits

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
24 March, 2017

In the wake of a renewed interest in federal investments in infrastructure, DC Water and Xylem are coming together to highlight the urgent need for investing in smart water infrastructure to maximize productivity and benefit customers.

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
22 March, 2017

Modified Traffic Closure on Oregon Avenue, NW

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
20 March, 2017

From March 20 through April 17, 2017, the disinfectant in drinking water that DC Water provides to its 681,000 customers will temporarily switch from chloramine to chlorine. The annual spring-time switch in water disinfection is part of a routine program to clean and maintain drinking water systems in the District of Columbia.

 

DC Water purchases treated drinking water from the Washington ...

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
20 March, 2017

DC Water Construction Project Brings Closure to Canal Road, NW and Foxhall Road, NW

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
28 February, 2017

Current CFO Mark T. Kim leaving in April after 4 years at DC Water

Image of new website
14 February, 2017

New dcwater.com empowers customers with information & resources

New Water Meter
7 February, 2017

More than 85,000 meters across the District to be replaced

2 February, 2017

DC Water’s historic D.C. Clean River project was this week honored by a national engineering organization for creatively and safely completing a $319 million tunnel that will improve the quality of the Anacostia and Potomac Rivers.

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
1 February, 2017

$100 million in certified green bonds to fund portion of DC Clean Rivers Project

Upcoming Meeting

Board of Directors Meeting

April 24, 2023

Monday 9:00 AM

Announcement

West Potomac Park Drive SW
West Potomac Park Drive SW: New Roadway Opening

(Washington, DC) – DC Water will open West Potomac Park Drive SW, a new road constructed as a part of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT) Project, on Mo

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Photo of Great Falls of the Potomac River with fast moving rapids going over the falls
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Upcoming Meeting
Date
December 5, 2024
Time
Thursday, 2:30 PM