Study: Data center growth adds to ‘perfect storm’ of risk to Potomac River drinking water supply
The Potomac River basin is home to the largest concentration of data centers in the world, which could contribute to a shortage of…
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‘A moment to celebrate’: EPA on final repairs to Potomac Interceptor pipeline
On the heels of wastewater flow being restored to the Potomac Interceptor over the weekend, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency held a press…
DC Water: Rain will help rinse C&O Canal, now that sewage flow is restored to Potomac Interceptor
Crews have been vacuuming sludge from the canal, and D.C. Water said Monday’s expected rain will be helpful. Monday’s expected heavy rain should…
DC Water completes final repairs to Potomac Interceptor
D.C. Water has completed the final steps necessary to return flow to the Potomac Interceptor. D.C. Water has completed the final steps necessary…
Near sewer collapse repairs, Potomac Riverkeepers say high E. coli found in creek that flows into Potomac
The Potomac Riverkeeper Network says its recent testing of an unnamed tributary found E. coli levels at more than 100 times the safe…
Class action lawsuit filed against DC Water following Potomac River sewage spill
A group of land and vessel owners have sued D.C. Water for damage following the failure of the Potomac Interceptor, which sent more…
Most Potomac River advisories lifted, but officials say keep avoiding these areas after sewage spill
Most areas of the Potomac River that run along Virginia and Maryland have been deemed safe for recreational activities, but advisories remain in…
Environmental restoration begins near collapse of Potomac Interceptor sewer line
Crews are hauling away trees, brush, other vegetation and contaminated debris near where the 72-inch pipe collapsed along the Clara Barton Parkway, just…
Party boat company reveals Potomac River plans for spring
A company that offers cruises on the Potomac River in the D.C. area wants customers to know what they’re doing this spring to…
Army Corps: Reservoir expansion ‘doesn’t fix, but improves’ DC’s drinking water supply for future Potomac River emergency
Developing a regional solution to enable all local water companies to share drinking water in the event of a future Potomac River emergency…
DC to step up its bacteria tests in Potomac River, more than a month after sewage spill
Over a month since the start of a massive sewage spill into the Potomac River, D.C. announced Friday it will start testing the city’s…
Potomac River advisories could soon lift, but a riverkeeper highlights ongoing risks
People who kayak, row, fish and paddleboard on the Potomac River may soon get the all clear to return after the massive sewage…