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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.

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
29 September, 2015

Thermal hydrolysis and anaerobic digestion create clean power and a compost-like material to be used as fertilizer

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
3 September, 2015

Residential customers with water meters larger than 1” will be charged the 1” Water System Replacement Fee of $9.67

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
23 July, 2015

DC Water’s first tunnel boring machine completes four and a half mile tunnel for cleaner Anacostia River

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
18 June, 2015

Basement Flooding Reported After Heavy Rainfall June 14

Upcoming Meeting

Board of Directors Meeting

April 24, 2023

Monday 9:00 AM

Announcement

Photo of West Road where construction will take place
TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Canal Road NW Entrance to Georgetown University

Beginning the week of April 21, 2025, DC Water will implement temporary traffic lane closures near Georgetown University

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
April 22, 2025
Tuesday, 9:30 AM