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Boston Water and Sewer Commission Headquarters (980 Harrison Ave) will be closed, Wednesday November 11, 2026 in observance of Veterans Day. For 24-hour emergency service, please call (617) 989-7900.

Boston Water and Sewer Commission Headquarters (980 Harrison Ave) will be closed, Wednesday November 11, 2026 in observance of Veterans Day. For 24-hour emergency service, please call (617) 989-7900.

Dorchester Ave has been repaved between Alger and Damrell Streets and is open to all traffic. Thanks for your patience.

Our November/December Currents will in the mail with your next bill. BUT you can check it out early on our website here: bwsc.org/news-and-events/new…

Dorchester Ave SB is closed between Alger and Damrell Sts. as a water main break has made the roadway unsafe for travel. BPD on site to direct traffic. Be advised Boston Public Schools transportation may be affected. Updates to follow.

Fall is a beautiful time of year, bringing vibrant color and cooler temperatures. Remember to do your part to keep our stormwater system flowing properly. When raking, be sure to keep nearby catch basins clear of debris so stormwater can drain properly and prevent flooding 🍂

Hey #Boston our annual F.O.G. (Fats, oils & grease) Drive is coming! This year we are making it bigger than ever, November 16-21, BWSC staff will be various locations across Boston giving out FREE grease lids, find a location close to you! #Boston

#NationalDonutDay #Boston

Interested in working for BWSC? We're looking for a Project Manager! Use the link to check out the job and apply careers-bwsc.icims.com/jobs/… Find all other job openings at careers-bwsc.icims.com/jobs

Hey Boston teachers, BWSC offers free interactive classroom presentations for students of all ages to learn about Boston’s water system. Schedule a visit for your class today 🏫 ow.ly/pWz151036Re

Why waste paper when you can get your bill online? BWSC has a faster way to pay your bills through E-Bill. Pay your bill on your timeline rather than waiting for it in the mail. Get started here: bit.ly/4eu0A40

This Halloween, help keep our waterways clean 🎃#Halloween #Boston

Tomorrow is Halloween and if you choose to be a witch, make sure to discard your extra spell components responsibly! Help keep catch basins clean so stormwater can drain. #DontDump

Which side are you? Hopefully a winner 🪨🧻✂️ #FOG #WipesOutOfPipes #Boston

No those aren’t ghosts in the sewer, in fact it's far spookier 👻“Flushable” wipes can cause some scary backups in the sewer 🚽 #KeepWipesOutOfPipes #Halloween #Boston

#LeadPoisoning #NLPPW2026 #LeadFreeKids #Boston

This National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week, did you know BWSC offers a free lead service line replacement? if you live in an older home (Pre1950), you can call us for a free scratch test at 617-989-7888. #LeadPoisoning #NLPPW2026 #LeadFreeKids #Boston

Keep fats, oils and grease (FOG) out of your drains! 🚫Improper disposal can damage pipes and cause sanitary sewer overflows (SSOs). Prevention is as easy as COOL IT, CAN IT, TRASH IT! Help BWSC protect our infrastructure, waterways and your home 🏡💧#BWSC #FOG #CityofBoston

Boston’s water wouldn’t flow without … #Boston

Earlier this week at The Kilmer K-8 in #WestRoxbury, we got the opportunity to talk to students about what can and can’t be flushed down the toilet! Remember only the “3 Ps” can be flushed, preventing backups is a massive money saver!