DCWASA

DCWASA, a semi-autonomous regional entity, provides water and sewer services to the District of Columbia and surrounding areas. Established in 1996, the organization replaced the District of Columbia Water and Sewer Utility Administration, which had been part of the DC Government since 1938. DCWASA operates with approximately 175 employees and generates around $500 million in revenue annually. The company focuses on delivering high-quality water and wastewater treatment services to its customers. This includes maintaining and upgrading the aging water and sewer infrastructure in Washington, DC, which faced significant challenges due to years of neglect. DCWASA also manages operational finances through user fees, grants, and revenue bonds, ensuring that funds are directly reinvested into improving services and infrastructure. A key differentiator for DCWASA is its financial independence from the District's overall budget. This allows the organization to directly allocate resources to operations, capital improvements, and debt financing, ultimately benefiting its customers through enhanced service reliability and infrastructure upgrades. For more information about DCWASA's services and initiatives, please visit dcwasa.com.