The Philadelphia Water Department (PWD) serves the Greater Philadelphia region by providing integrated water, wastewater and stormwater services.
What to expect if a water main breaks nearby Main breaks can cause a loss of water pressure, or even temporary loss of service, as the main is shut down to isolate the emergency. Affected customers are notified as soon as possible, usually with a door hanger on the front door of the property. Most […]
The quality of our drinking water is directly linked to the quality of our source water – the Delaware and Schuylkill Rivers.
Water Quality Providing a safe and abundant supply of water is our commitment to all of our customers, both large and small. View the latest Drinking Water Quality Report Learn more about drinking water quality in Philadelphia → Source Water Issues Learn about things happening in Philadelphia’s watersheds that raise concerns and pose challenges to the […]