Our largest pumping station—the Torresdale Filtered Water Pumping Station—is about to get its biggest makeover since it was constructed 70 years ago.
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Our labs crunch data showing tests for over 100 compounds as well as hardness and other qualities.
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PWD educator Dottie Baumgarten shows what makes toilet paper the only thing to flush.
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A surge in wipes could be bad news for residents trying to avoid big expenses like major plumbing repairs.
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This PWD award showcases innovation, excellence, and the ability to overcome technical challenges, recognizing private property owners for outstanding stormwater management projects.
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Our Green City, Clean Waters program celebrates nine years in June. Here are some highlights from 2019.
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It was a momentous year for the Philadelphia Water Department. See how 2019 was a year defined by change and progress.
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Historian Adam Levine helps us flush out some interesting insights about the relationship between toilets and our evolution toward a metropolis that once topped 2 million poop-making people.
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You may see these crews providing customer service on your block. Get details on three specialized tasks they perform and tips on getting help with a clogged drain that’s causing flooding.
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Our Basement Protection Program provides free plumbing help for those impacted by overflowing sewers that force water into homes through drains, toilets and other fixtures. Here’s everything you need to know and apply.
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