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Meet Gracie Girl: Longtime Philly resident, lover of the Schuylkill, and PWD's 2026 Spokesdog!

June 22, 2026 | Benjamin Bristol

Last Sunday, June 14, fifteen of Philly’s finest dogs entered a friendly competition for the Philadelphia Water Department’s Spokesdog cape, wagging their way before an enthusiastic crowd at the Philadelphia Brewing Company in East Kensington. Proud owners spoke on behalf of their pups, and each contestant proved loyal to the clean water cause. PWD’s new […]

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Join PWD at the Philly Spring Cleanup at Tacony Creek Park on April 5!: PWD is partnering with local green organizations to clean up Tacony Creek Park!

April 2, 2025 | Cy Bergado

We need your help cleaning up one of the largest illegal dumpsites in Philadelphia! On Saturday, April 5, the Philadelphia Water Department (PWD) will partner with United by Blue, Philadelphia Parks & Recreation, The Office of Clean and Green, and the Tookany/Tacony-Frankford Watershed (TTF) for The Philly Spring Cleanup at Tacony Creek Park, from 9:00 […]

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Fun and Friendly Competition at Philly Fun Fishing Fest 2024!

October 2, 2024 | Eddie Borrelli Jr.

PWD and partners held the annual Philly Fishing Fest, where dozens of community members caught (and released) fish along the Schuylkill River to claim top prizes! See who won the top spots!

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One-on-One Assistance Sessions: Shutoffs resume July 20. Get help applying for water bill assistance.

July 14, 2022 | Brian Rademaekers

To help customers avoid shutoff, we’re hosting online weekly assistance sessions to support customers who need one-on-one help applying for affordability programs or payment agreements.

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Rescheduled: Frankford Beach Cleanup event set for Aug. 23: It’s all part of the Plastic-free Philly effort!

July 13, 2022 | Public Affairs

On Thursday, July 21, PWD will partner with United by Blue, Riverfront North, and the Academy of Natural Sciences for a cleanup at the Frankford Boat Launch, located at 5501 Tacony Street, from 4 to 6:30 p.m.

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2022 Spring Cleanup Events: Several local cleanups slated this spring!

March 23, 2022 | Public Affairs

Spring is officially blossoming — the days are getting longer, the weather is getting warmer, and park cleanups are back!

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Surfing in Africa and the Diaspora: As we await the POOL opening, check out excerpts from the exhibit’s magazine.

February 16, 2022 | Public Affairs

As we await the re-opening of “POOL: A Social History of Segregation” at the Fairmount Water Works, here is a sample of ‘Surfing in the African Diaspora,’ in which Dr. Kevin Dawson cuts against the standard origin story of surfing to highlight fascinating roots along Africa’s Atlantic coast.

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Green City, Clean Waters: A Celebration to Remember

December 3, 2021 | Public Affairs

More than 250 ‘green’ enthusiasts of all ages convened in Olde Kensington last month to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Green City, Clean Waters.

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Green City, Clean Waters ‘A Decade in the Community’ Celebration: Join us on Oct. 21 on North American Street!

October 15, 2021 | Public Affairs

The Philadelphia Water Department is hosting Green City, Clean Waters: A Decade in the Community on Thursday, October 21 from 4 to 7 p.m. outside of Crane Arts and along the 1400 block of North American Street.

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Cottman Streetscape Virtual Open House Open through Oct. 6: Live virtual presentation set for Sept. 22 —see proposed stormwater upgrades.

September 13, 2021 | Public Affairs

The latest draft of a Cottman Ave. concept plan detailing options for streetscape upgrades is complete and ready for public review and input through Oct. 6 via a virtual open house.

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Meet Gracie Girl: Longtime Philly resident, lover of the Schuylkill, and PWD's 2026 Spokesdog!

June 22, 2026 | Benjamin Bristol

Join PWD at the Philly Spring Cleanup at Tacony Creek Park on April 5!: PWD is partnering with local green organizations to clean up Tacony Creek Park!

April 2, 2025 | Cy Bergado

Fun and Friendly Competition at Philly Fun Fishing Fest 2024!

October 2, 2024 | Eddie Borrelli Jr.

One-on-One Assistance Sessions: Shutoffs resume July 20. Get help applying for water bill assistance.

July 14, 2022 | Brian Rademaekers

Rescheduled: Frankford Beach Cleanup event set for Aug. 23: It’s all part of the Plastic-free Philly effort!

July 13, 2022 | Public Affairs

2022 Spring Cleanup Events: Several local cleanups slated this spring!

March 23, 2022 | Public Affairs

Surfing in Africa and the Diaspora: As we await the POOL opening, check out excerpts from the exhibit’s magazine.

February 16, 2022 | Public Affairs

Green City, Clean Waters: A Celebration to Remember

December 3, 2021 | Public Affairs

Green City, Clean Waters ‘A Decade in the Community’ Celebration: Join us on Oct. 21 on North American Street!

October 15, 2021 | Public Affairs

Cottman Streetscape Virtual Open House Open through Oct. 6: Live virtual presentation set for Sept. 22 —see proposed stormwater upgrades.

September 13, 2021 | Public Affairs

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Meet Gracie Girl: Longtime Philly resident, lover of the Schuylkill, and PWD's 2026 Spokesdog!

June 22, 2026 | Benjamin Bristol

Join PWD at the Philly Spring Cleanup at Tacony Creek Park on April 5!: PWD is partnering with local green organizations to clean up Tacony Creek Park!

April 2, 2025 | Cy Bergado

Fun and Friendly Competition at Philly Fun Fishing Fest 2024!

October 2, 2024 | Eddie Borrelli Jr.

One-on-One Assistance Sessions: Shutoffs resume July 20. Get help applying for water bill assistance.

July 14, 2022 | Brian Rademaekers

Rescheduled: Frankford Beach Cleanup event set for Aug. 23: It’s all part of the Plastic-free Philly effort!

July 13, 2022 | Public Affairs

2022 Spring Cleanup Events: Several local cleanups slated this spring!

March 23, 2022 | Public Affairs

Surfing in Africa and the Diaspora: As we await the POOL opening, check out excerpts from the exhibit’s magazine.

February 16, 2022 | Public Affairs

Green City, Clean Waters: A Celebration to Remember

December 3, 2021 | Public Affairs

Green City, Clean Waters ‘A Decade in the Community’ Celebration: Join us on Oct. 21 on North American Street!

October 15, 2021 | Public Affairs

Cottman Streetscape Virtual Open House Open through Oct. 6: Live virtual presentation set for Sept. 22 —see proposed stormwater upgrades.

September 13, 2021 | Public Affairs

Browse by Topic

Watershed

Rivers & Creeks

Location

Intrastructure

Issues

Topics of Interest

Seasonal

Events

PWD Programs

Partners & Collaboration

Post Type

Recent Videos

Commissioner Hayman Testifies before US Senate on Infrastructure Funding

Want to join the Water Department? We’re hiring!

2021: A Year in Review

@Philly H₂O Blog