EMERGENCY WATER MAIN BREAK
Dec 20, 2024 | 12:43 PM

EMERGENCY WATER MAIN BREAK
Dec 20, 2024 | 12:43 PM

EMERGENCY WATER MAIN BREAK
Dec 20, 2024 | 12:43 PM

SMALL DIAMETER WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT PROJECT EAST CAPITOL NEIGHBORHOOD ADVISORY NEIGHBORHOOD COMMISSION 6A, 6B, and 7D

Replacement pipe ready for install.

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 in the East Capitol neighborhood (see construction location map on the back). These efforts will help improve water quality and system reliability, increase water pressure in some areas, and maintain adequate flows throughout the system.

SCOPE OF WORK

• Installation of approximately 7,800 linearfeet of 12-inchwatermain

• 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:January 2028

• 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 6A, 6B, and 7D, Ward 6 and 7 representatives in the Mayor’s Office of Community Relations and Services, and Ward 6Councilmember Charles Allen and Ward 7 Councilmember Vincent C. Gray and members of their staff.

Contact Information

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT 

DC Water Project Manager: John Ingle (202) 313-1541/ john.ingle@dcwater.com 

DC Water Project Contractor: TBD 

DC Water Water Quality and Technology Division: (202) 612-3440 

DC Water 24-hr Emergency/Command Center: (202) 612-3400 

DC Water Office of Marketing and Communications: (202) 787-2200

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