A rolling collection of stories, tips, and news powered by the people of the Philadelphia Water Department.
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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Like the other City experts representing Philadelphia in Copenhagen, PWD Engineer Julia Rockwell was there because she and her peers are doing crucial work on climate change.
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We plumbed the past to see if there have been dry days in the Philly’s past.
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We had a lot of fun highlighting their work, so we’re sharing some of our favorites from @PhillyH2O social media accounts here.
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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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Join us during National Customer Service Week (Oct. 7-11) as we highlight the work of PWD customer service employees who interact with City residents daily and provide tips for getting help.
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A century and a half ago today, the worst Schuylkill River flood ever recorded nearly wiped out Philadelphia’s drinking water infrastructure. Historian Adam Levine has the story.
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The newest Strawberry Mansion green initiative was primarily designed to manage local stormwater and protect the Schuylkill River but also helps the neighborhood in several other ways.
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Nearly four decades after she began her career at PWD as an engineer, Public Affairs General Manager Joanne Dahme is passing the baton. Watch her exit interview to see why a career in water is rewarding.
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Whether you want to give fishing in the Schuylkill a try, help combat litter while having some fun and food, or are interested in learning more about maritime history and taking a quick cruise, there is something for you on September 7.
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