DC Water is launching a new online portal where you can help others in the DC community facing financial hardship and in need of a helping hand. The redesigned webpage makes it simpler and easier for anyone to donate to our SPLASH Program online.

SPLASH, which stands for Serving People, Lending A Supporting Hand, is fully funded by donations and provides up to $350 in assistance to eligible customers to ensure everyone has access to essential water and sewer services during tough times.

The new portal serves as a hub for the SPLASH Program allowing you to make a direct donation anytime, anywhere ...

DC CLEAN RIVERS – POTOMAC RIVER TUNNEL PROJECT

As of May 27, 2025, (weather permitting), DC Water has relocated the work zone on the north side of Water Street Northwest, near the entrance to the Capital Crescent Trail, to the south side of the road. Parking will be restricted on the south side of Water Street in front of the Potomac Boat Club. Detours for pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists will remain in place along the 3500 block of Water Street.

Signage will be posted to guide all travelers safely around the work zone. The Capital Crescent Trail will remain open and accessible throughout ...

(Above)  A portion of the northbound lane on the ramp from Ohio Drive Southwest to I-66 is closed near the work zone.

DC Water is advising motorists of traffic changes to remove trees as part of the Potomac River Tunnel Project. The work will take place during the week of May 27, 2025, in the park area on Ohio Drive Southwest, west of the Lincoln Memorial.

To facilitate the work, one northbound lane on the ramp from Ohio Drive to Interstate-66 (I-66) will be closed. The lane closure will begin after the morning rush hour and reopen before the evening rush hour each day. One lane will remain open ...