OVERVIEW

As part of its Capital Improvement Program, DC Water is replacing existing 12-inch and smaller cast iron water  mains in various locations throughout the city. Construction for this project will occur, (see construction location below). These efforts will help improve water quality and system reliability, increase water pressure in some areas, and maintain adequate flows throughout the system.

• Installation of approximately 6,000 linear feet of 3-inch up to 12-inch watermain

• Replacement ofservice lines – including free private side replacement of lead and galvanized iron pipe

• Replacement of fire hydrants andvalves

• Restoration of allsurfaces disturbed by the project construction upon completion of work

SCHEDULE

• Construction start: October 2024

• Construction completion: May 2027

• Normal work hours: 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday

The contractor may, at times, need to work at night or on weekends, dependent upon certain construction  activities or due to inclement weather.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• For all planned temporary water service shut-offs, affected residents will be notified 48 hours in  < advance. Service interruptions should beminimal.

• Construction activities such as these may cause temporary discolored water or low water pressure. If  you experience discolored water, it is recommended that you flush your cold water tap from the  lowest point inside your property for approximately 15 minutes. If your water does not clear after this process, please contact DC Water’s Water Quality and Technology Division or our 24-hr Emergency/Command Center.

TRAFFIC

• Flagging operations and lane closuresmay be required daily for each construction phase tomaintain

traffic in the construction work zone. All Traffic Control Plans will be approved by the District

Department of Transportation(DDOT).

• Notifications regarding “No Parking” zones will be posted 72 hours prior to construction, in certain

areas in and around the job site, as required byDDOT.

PARTNERS

DC Water is currently working closely with DDOT to ensure minimal traffic disruptions during this project. Regular updates will also be provided to impacted residents, Advisory Neighborhood Commission 6B, Ward 6 representatives in the Mayor’s Office of Community Relations and Services, and Ward 6 Councilmember Charles Allen and members of their staff.