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Voluntary Water Restriction Notice Remains in Effect for Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Howard County

Jul 15th, 2023

Voluntary Water Restriction Notice Remains in Effect for Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Howard County
Residents, Businesses Urged to Limit Excessive Water Usage
Baltimore City Department of Public Works (DPW) Interim Director Richard J. Luna continues to urge residents and businesses throughout the Baltimore region to support the “Voluntary Water Restriction,” which was issued following Thursday’s fire at the Cromwell Pumping Station.

 

Residents Urged to Continue Adhering to Voluntary Water Restriction Notice to Conserve Wate

Jul 14th, 2023

Today, the Baltimore City Department of Public Works (DPW) continued assessing conditions at the Cromwell Pumping Station following Thursday’s fire to determine what repairs are needed to place the facility back in service. The Thursday morning fire caused the drinking water pumping station to lose power, damaging two pumps and placing a strain on the entire water system.

'Voluntary Water Restriction' Issued for Baltimore-Area Residents, Businesses

Jul 13th, 2023

Out of an abundance of caution, the Baltimore City Department of Public Works (DPW), in conjunction with county and state partners across the broader Baltimore Region, is issuing a ‘Voluntary Water Restriction,’ urging residents and businesses throughout the regional service area to voluntarily reduce excessive water usage. This system-wide water conservation request is effective immediately for Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Harford County, and Howard County.

DPW Announces Selection of Solid Waste Bureau Head Craig B. Jeter to Lead the Bureau of Solid Waste

Jul 5th, 2023

Interim Baltimore City Department of Public Works (DPW) Director Richard J. Luna has announced the selection of Craig B. Jeter to lead the Bureau of Solid Waste. On July 10, 2023, Mr. Jeter will start his new role, and will serve as Acting Bureau Head until confirmed by the City Council.

City of Baltimore to Observe the July Fourth Holiday, Tuesday, July 4 DPW Offices, Sanitation Yards Closed on Fourth of July

Jul 2nd, 2023

The Baltimore City Department of Public Works (DPW) offices and sanitation yards will be closed on the Fourth of July, Tuesday, July 4 -- due to the City observance of the holiday. Trash and recycling WILL NOT BE COLLECTED on Tuesday, July 4. The make-up day for trash and recycling will be Saturday, July 8.

Cromwell Bridge Road Watermain Break Repairs Complete Partial Roadway Closures, Traffic Pattern Changes Still in Effect  

Jul 1st, 2023

The Baltimore City Department of Public Works (DPW) has completed repairs on a 42-inch watermain located on Cromwell Bridge Road and Cowpens Avenue in the Towson area of Baltimore County. The two westbound lanes of Cromwell Bridge Road are now open and will operate as eastbound and westbound travel lanes.

Mayor Scott to Name Deputy DPW Director Richard J. Luna as Interim Director of the Department of Public Works

Jun 30th, 2023

Mayor Brandon M. Scott has announced that Deputy Director Richard J. Luna will serve as the Interim Director of the Department of Public Works (DPW), while the search for a permanent  Director continues. This appointment follows the June 30, 2023, departure of Director Jason W. Mitchell, Ed.D., and reflects Deputy Director Luna’s exceptional qualifications, expertise, and commitment to ensuring the efficient and reliable provisions of water, wastewater, solid waste, and recycling services without interruption

Stormwater Management Qualitative Control Waiver

Jun 29th, 2023

Stormwater Management Qualitative Control Waiver
Village at Cross Keys – Phase 1B
4950,5102 Falls Road and 100 Hamill Road, Baltimore, MD 21224

NOW AVAILABLE: DPW’s 2022 Water Quality Report

Jun 26th, 2023

Today, the Baltimore City Department of Public Works (DPW) is announcing that its 2022 Water Quality Report is available online. This annual report provides Baltimore City and County residents with important information about where the City’s drinking water comes from, what chemicals it contains, and how it meets federal standards for tap water. 

DPW's Accepting Comments on Proposed Plan to Reduce Non-Tidal Harbor Watershed Pollution

Jun 16th, 2023

Today, the Baltimore City Department of Public Works (DPW) released a draft implementation plan for public comment, outlining the City’s proposed efforts to reduce sediment entering into the non-tidal portion of the Baltimore Harbor watershed. This proposed plan presents the City’s approach to addressing the Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) for sediment in the non-tidal Baltimore Harbor watershed, established by the U.S.  Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). This implementation plan is a requirement of the City’s Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit.

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