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Today, our 2026 Summer Intern Expo marked the culmination of a 12-week journey for 52 DC Water interns. 👏 From engineering to communications and beyond, they showcased projects that made an impact across the organization. Thank you for an incredible summer! 💧
💧 Water main? Property line? Service line? Who’s responsible for what? Welcome to WHERE’S MY PROPERTY LINE? 👀 Learn who owns what underground, then visit dcwater.com/lead for more information.
HEADS UP: A controlled blast is rescheduled for 7:30 p.m. tonight near the Georgetown University entrance on Canal Rd NW for the Potomac River Tunnel Project. Expect a brief traffic stop, loud noise and light shaking. Traffic will resume once the area is cleared.
What can 10 years of Bloom accomplish? 🌱 Healthier soils. Renewable energy. Support for agriculture. Value for our customers. See the impact in our new report: A Decade of Bloom. 🔗 www.flipsnack.com/BFE55E88B7A/...
We’ve completed the first of four emergency repair projects on the Potomac Interceptor sewer line. 👏 Crews completed work to strengthen a 600-foot section of pipe at Dulles International Airport, helping keep wastewater service reliable for the communities we serve. www.dcwater.com/about-dc-wat...
Happy #NationalInternDay to our 2026 Team Blue interns! 💧 You brought the curiosity. The creativity. The fresh ideas. And you’ve made a real impact along the way. Thanks for everything you've contributed this summer. We're so glad you've been part of the journey.
NEW: Crews installed a cured-in-place pipe (CIPP) repair liner into the Potomac Interceptor sewer pipe as part of our Potomac Interceptor Rehabilitation Project near Dulles International Airport. The white material is the CIPP liner being lowered into the pipe to strengthen it from the inside.
Our screens catch a lot. They shouldn’t have to catch EVERYTHING. 🙄 Meet Jun Fang, DC Water’s Manager of Process Engineering, for a closer look at the bar screens at Blue Plains and why plastic, rags and other trash don’t belong in our wastewater system. 💧 #PlasticFreeJuly
We’ve completed the first major step in emergency repairs to the Potomac Interceptor near Pennyfield Lock. ✅ Crews installed a new concrete-like lining inside a damaged section of pipe, strengthening critical infrastructure as repairs continue. 🔗 www.dcwater.com/about-dc-wat...
☀️ Sunscreen? ✔️ 🏡 Service line status? Check that too. This UV Safety Month, protect your skin with sunscreen and take a minute to see if your home qualifies for a free Lead Service Line Replacement. Check your status: dcwater.com/lead
We completed geopolymer application on a 175-foot section of the Potomac Interceptor near Pennyfield Lock Road. This proactive work improves reliability, extends the life of this vital infrastructure, and helps keep wastewater flowing safely to treatment.
Your house deserves special treatment, too. 🫶 This International Self-Care Day give your home the gift of a brand new, lead-free water service line. Peace of mind is the best form of self-care. Sign up today: dcwater.com/lead
Crews have completed the geopolymer phase of the Potomac Interceptor Rehabilitation Project near Dulles International Airport helping strengthen a critical sewer pipeline. Next up: installing cured-in-place pipe (CIPP) to continue strengthening the pipeline. 🔗 www.dcwater.com/projects/dul...
This #PlasticFreeJuly, your everyday choices can make a difference. 💧 See how simple actions and the Potomac River Tunnel work together to help protect our rivers. Read more: www.dcwater.com/whats-going-...
💧🏃 See you at the Bluemont 5K on July 22! Thanks to DC Road Runners for supporting participants in our Women of Water training program with complimentary race entries. Meet Wendy the Water Drop and enjoy the FREE Kids Water Bucket Race! Learn more and register: runsignup.com/Race/VA/Arli...
We asked DC residents to fill in the blank. “Water is ___.💧” What’s your answer?
HEADS UP: If you’re traveling on Clara Barton Pkwy, starting this week through mid-August, one overnight lane at the MD–D.C. border may be closed 8 p.m.–4 a.m. for emergency sewer repairs. Expect brief delays, slow down, & follow traffic flaggers. 🔗 www.dcwater.com/about-dc-wat...
Crews are working at Pennyfield Lock, cleaning, shielding and lining a 175-foot encased section of the Potomac Interceptor ahead of next week’s geopolymer application. The geopolymer will help strengthen one of the pipe’s most critical sections before crews return for sliplining.
Choose tap. 💧 Refill. ♻️ Repeat. 🔁 Fill a reusable bottle with tap water to help reduce single-use plastics while staying hydrated. One simple refill can make a difference.
Weekend plans? We’ve got one more thing to add to your checklist. 📲 Sign up for outage alerts to receive notifications if a service interruption affects your area. We’ll keep you updated every step of the way. 🔗 www.dcwater.com/customer-cen...
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The temporary bypass system for emergency sewer repairs at Pennyfield Lock is now complete. ✅ There is no active spill or overflow. Now, crews can begin emergency repairs inside the pipe while the bypass safely carries wastewater around the work area. 🔗 www.dcwater.com/about-dc-wat...
Earlier this week, we met with stakeholders who regularly use the Pennyfield Lock area to answer questions, address concerns & discuss what to expect during the Potomac Interceptor Rehabilitation Project. We value these opportunities to hear directly from those we serve.
every great order deserves a great side. 💧😉 happy National French Fry day!
Starting the week of July 13, controlled blasting begins near Georgetown University’s Canal Rd NW entrance for the Potomac River Tunnel Project. Brief noise or light shaking is expected. Cars, bikes and pedestrians may be stopped for about 5 minutes during each blast. www.dcwater.com/about-dc-wat...
We broke ground on the Piney Branch Tunnel today! This milestone marks the start of the final tunnel segment of our Clean Rivers Project. Once complete, the 2,200-foot tunnel will capture & store 4.2 million gallons of combined sewer & stormwater during heavy rain. www.dcwater.com/about-dc-wat...
#DYK? 🚧 Water main repairs involve more than fixing a pipe. Before crews can begin repairs, they must isolate the water main and wait for underground utilities to be marked so the work can be completed safely. Learn more about the process: www.dcwater.com/resources/em...
Life Cycle of a Water Main Break | DC Water
As the weather turns cold, water main breaks become more common. This is due to the expansion and contraction of the pipe material which weakens it. Pipe corrosion, soil conditions, age and ground mov...
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We appreciated everyone who joined us last night in Tobytown to learn more about the Potomac Interceptor Rehabilitation Project near Pennyfield Lock Road. Thanks to @wsscwater.bsky.social for joining us and everyone who took the time to be part of the conversation.
June by the numbers: Lead Free DC replaced 415 lead service lines, our highest monthly total this year! We also visited 13,976 homes, welcomed 1,363 new households into the program, and connected with residents at 15 community events. Learn more at dcwater.com/lead
#DYK? 💧 You can view current water outages and sign up for alerts all in one place through our Work Zone Alerts page. It’s an easy way to stay informed if service interruptions affect your area. 🔗 www.dcwater.com/customer-cen...
