Resources

The links to websites and videos below provide additional resources and information about lead in drinking water and lead poisoning prevention. 

Lead in the District 

Lead safe healthy homes 

Lead pipe replacement and safer drinking water 

From the DC Department of Energy & Environment 

Basic Information about Lead in Drinking Water 

Protect Your Tap: A Quick Check for Lead 

From the Environmental Protection Agency 

 

Lead in Drinking Water 

Lead - Prevention Tips 

From the Center for Disease Control and Prevention 

Lead in Water and Full Lead Service Line Replacement 

From the Lead Service Line Replacement Collaborative 

Videos 

Flushing Guide (video) 

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 17, 2025
Thursday, 9:30 AM