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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)
4 April, 2008

For Water and Sewer Emergencies, Please Call 202-354-3720

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
31 March, 2008

Annual Temporary Change Helps Keep DC, Arlington County and Falls Church Water Mains Clean

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
18 March, 2008

New Rate Structure Proposed for Combined Sewer Overflow Control

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
10 March, 2008

NOTICE OF INFORMATION MEETING FOR PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES

contract for construction of the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT)
29 January, 2008

Uses Advanced “Trenchless” Technology for Less Impact

Upcoming Meeting

Board of Directors Meeting

April 24, 2023

Monday 9:00 AM

Announcement

DC Water Officials with NPS and ANC commissioners doing ceremonial groundbreaking
DC Water Breaks Ground on Piney Branch Tunnel, Final Phase of DC Clean Rivers Project

Today, DC Water broke ground on the Piney Branch Tunnel, the final major tunnel in our Clean Rivers Project. This work will help keep sewage and trash out of local waterways and make Rock Creek, the Potomac River, and the Chesapeake Bay cleaner for our community.

When we finish the Piney Branch Tunnel, it will hold at least 4.2 million gallons of rainwater and wastewater during heavy storms. Instead of overflowing into Piney Branch, that water will go to the Blue Plains Water Resource Recovery Facility, where it will be treated.

Latest Blog Post
Plastic bottles, cups and other floating debris on the surface of the Anacostia River before the Anacostia River Tunnel began operating.
Cleaner Waterways Start With Everyday Choices
Protecting our waterways starts with everyday actions and continues through critical infrastructure designed to keep pollution out of our rivers.
Upcoming Meeting
Date
July 28, 2026
Tuesday, 9:30 AM

Customer Service Center Announcement

Payment Plan Incentive: provides a credit back of 50% of the last 3 payments made. Eligible participants are residential customers who have had an outstanding balance for 60 days or greater and with an outstanding balance of $500 or more.