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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.

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
30 October, 2008
DC WASA Receives National Honor For Excellence in Water Utility Management
contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
3 October, 2008
What does the ring on the hydrant mean?
contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
1 October, 2008
Outgoing DC WASA Chairman Robin B. Martin reflects on the Authority, its accomplishments and challenges, during his tenure.
contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
1 October, 2008
Unprecedented Turnout for Joint Utility Discount Day
contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
19 September, 2008
Joint Utility Discount Day (JUDD) is Tuesday September 30th
contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
4 September, 2008
DC WASA Board of Directors Lowers Proposed Rate Increase
contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
4 September, 2008
DC WASA Board Revises Lead Service Line Removal Program
contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
3 September, 2008
135th Meeting of the Board of Directors Location Reminder
contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
15 August, 2008
Sewer Separation Project to Improve Health of Anacostia River

DC WASA Eliminating CSO Outfall 006
Residents and Businesses Offered Sewer Separation on their Property

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
15 August, 2008
Sewer Separation Project to Improve Health of Anacostia River

DC WASA Eliminating CSOs at Outfall 006
Residents and Businesses Offered Sewer Separation on their Property

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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

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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.
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