Philly Fishing Fest returns September 12, 2026
Enjoy a morning of free catch-and-release fishing and friendly competition on Schuylkill Banks, Saturday, September 12th – Registration open now!
15 Years of Green City, Clean Waters: Transforming Philadelphia’s waterways through innovation and investment
For more than fifteen years, PWD’s Green City, Clean Waters (GCCW) program has been transforming the way the city manages stormwater, protects waterways, and invests in neighborhoods. Since the program began in 2011, the Philadelphia Water Department has implemented one of the nation’s most ambitious green stormwater infrastructure programs while simultaneously advancing major traditional infrastructure improvements […]
Response to PennEnvironment Sewage Pollution Report
PWD champions the goal of cleaner, healthier rivers and streams for Philadelphians and visitors alike, and value the advocates who care deeply about protecting our waterways for generations to come. However, some characterizations of PWD’s work in the recent PennEnvironment report “Sewage Pollution in the Philadelphia-Camden Region” do not fully reflect the complexity of managing and upgrading an aging urban sewer system while safeguarding public health and balancing affordability for ratepayers.
Dye testing near Wissahickon Creek
Philadelphia Water Department (PWD) has been conducting routine dye testing in neighborhoods near Henry Avenue and the Wissahickon creek. As a result, a bright green color may be seen in the water. The dye used, Fluorescein, is a fluorescent compound commonly used in water tracing studies. It is non-toxic, safe for humans and wildlife, and […]
Support Available for Federal Workers Affected by Shutdown
Support is available for federal employees affected by the government shutdown. Federal workers who have not received a paycheck during the federal government shutdown can apply to defer residential water bill payments and Real Estate Tax payment agreements until after the federal government reopens, with no late fees or penalties. Learn more and apply online.
Dept. of Revenue Warns of Scam Water Bill Site
Scammers are using a fake website to trick Philadelphia water customers into providing payment information. They’ve created a fraudulent website with a similar domain name to the legitimate City of Philadelphia water bill payment website. The fake website, “myphillywaterbill.com”, mimics the City’s official MyPhillyWaterBill payment website. It appears in regular search engine results when customers attempt to pay […]
Benjamin C. Jewell Appointed Commissioner of the Philadelphia Water Department
Mayor Cherelle L. Parker announced today the appointment of the next leader of the Philadelphia Water Department, Benjamin C. Jewell. Commissioner Jewell’s appointment as Water Commissioner was effective last week. Jewell will take responsibility for managing all units and a staff of approximately 2,200 at the Water Department.
New rate information effective September 2025
Your water bill supports critical infrastructure. We do not profit from rate increases. We ask for the amount needed to cover the cost of services we must provide. On September 1st, 2025, a monthly water bill for a typical residential customer is increasing by 9.4%.
Delaware River Festival 2025
Join us in celebrating the Delaware River at the Delaware River Festival, September 27th, at Penn’s Landing!
Philly Fun Fishing Fest returns September 6, 2025
Enjoy a morning of free catch-and-release fishing and friendly competition on Schuylkill Banks, Saturday, September 6th – Registration open now!