DC Water

Freddy has entered the bathroom. 😭🚽 Clogged pipes and sewer backups? Now THAT’S a nightmare. This Halloween, keep wipes out of the toilet and in the trash. 🎃

After months of cleanup, we’ve begun restoring the historic C&O Canal following January’s Potomac Interceptor sewer collapse. Crews removed 8,500 tons of contaminated soil, marking a major milestone in our recovery efforts! 🔗dcwater.com/about-dc-water/m…

From Taiwan to DC! 🌎 Engineers and scientists from Taiwan’s Water Resources Agency toured our Potomac River Tunnel Project to explore innovative tunneling methods and how we're working to reduce pollution in the Potomac River.💧

Not all emergency responders arrive in fire trucks. Some arrive with excavators and hard hats. This National First Responders Day, we’re recognizing #TeamBlue crews and the teams behind the scenes who respond to water main breaks and sewer emergencies across DC.

Help keep everyone safe. Check your fire sprinkler system and share your water pressure information with us! Make fire sprinkler safety part of your property maintenance routine. Learn more and share your system status: firesprinkler.dcwater.com

🚧 TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Expect delays on Clara Barton Parkway near the MD-DC border tomorrow, Oct. 28, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. One lane will be closed to allow equipment delivery to the Potomac Interceptor project site ahead of upcoming slip lining work. 🔗 dcwater.com/about-dc-water/m…

What's Emily been up to since her blessing? 💧 Her massive cutterhead, protective shields, and first six support sections have been lowered underground. Crews are now connecting her electrical and hydraulic systems ahead of testing and her planned December tunneling launch.

Our crews are on site repairing a 12-inch water main break on K Street NW between 16th and 17th streets. Road and lane closures are affecting the surrounding area, so expect delays. We appreciate your patience as crews work to complete repairs.

September by the numbers! 💧 From replacing lead service lines to reaching more households across the District, #LeadFreeDC continues to make progress toward a lead-free future. See how we’re moving forward ⬇️ Check your property’s service line status: dcwater.com/lead

This National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week, take steps to protect your household! Lead exposure can affect anyone, but children are especially vulnerable. Through #LeadFreeDC, we’re working to replace lead service lines across the District. Details▶️: dcwater.com/lead

ProcrastiNex wanted to wait until tomorrow. Wendy had other plans. 😂💊 Today is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day! Don’t flush unused or expired medications. Find a collection site: dea.gov/takebackday

It is Fire Prevention Month! Stay safe by checking your fire sprinkler systems, including water pressure. Learn more about how to check and report your system: dcwater.com/about-dc-water/m… Not sure what to look for? Watch our demonstration below.

TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Expect delays on Clara Barton Parkway at the Maryland–DC border tomorrow (October 22) and October 23, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. One lane will be closed for equipment delivery ahead of upcoming Potomac Interceptor rehabilitation work. 🔗 dcwater.com/about-dc-water/m…

Pink looks good on #TeamBlue! 🎀 Our employees came together for Breast Cancer Awareness Month to show their support and solidarity. 💗

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Did you spot us in Adams Morgan today? 💧 For #ImagineADayWithoutWater, our outreach team connected with residents, shared resources and highlighted the importance of the water services we rely on every day. Because a day without water is a day none of us can afford to imagine.

Restoration work is underway along the C&O Canal!

Our crews have begun waterproofing the locks to help seal gaps and prevent water from seeping through the structures.

It’s an important step as we prepare for the canal’s rebuilding.

Happy Indigenous Peoples’ Day! Today, we celebrate Indigenous cultures and communities while honoring the Piscataway people and their longstanding connection to the DC region.

TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Overnight lane closures are scheduled tonight, 10 PM–6 AM, for valve replacement work. Traffic will be reduced to one lane on outbound Key Bridge, westbound Whitehurst Freeway and westbound M Street NW. Details: dcwater.com/about-dc-water/m…

As #CustomerServiceWeek winds down, we’re celebrating our Lead Free DC Customer Service team! 💙 So far in 2026, they’ve handled 11K+ calls and answered 13K+ inquiries. Thank you for making every connection count! 👏