Boston Water and Sewer Commission

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!

Join us for neighborhood coffee hour this week in Roxbury! ☕ Thursday, October 22 ☕ 10 - 11 a.m. | Malcolm X Park boston.gov/coffee-hours

BWSC on site to begin repairs on 8 inch main, 17 Gerrish St Brighton. Updates to follow.

Think you know Fats, Oils and Grease? Test your knowledge here!

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: https://ow.ly/3PRh50ZZ4O2

Did you know BWSC offers at 30% on water, sewer and stormwater charges for seniors (65+) and disabled homeowners? If you or someone you know qualifies, make sure they are signed up for the discount! https://www.bwsc.org/sites/default/files/2026-02/senior_discount_application_26.1.pdf

#KeepWipesOutOfPipes

Yesterday the BWSC staff and Water Truck attended the @mayorwu.boston.gov’s Coffee in #Roslindale, it was great to meeting up with local community leaders, who can all agree Boston has great tap water!

Our most precious resource 💧Let's do our part to preserve the world's water 🌎#ImagineADayWithoutWater #Boston

#ImagineADayWithoutWater #Boston

Interested in working for BWSC? We're looking for an Enforcement Inspector! Use the link to check out the job and apply https://ow.ly/p3Ui50ZXeii Find all other job openings at https://ow.ly/lV4e50ZXeip

Boston Water and Sewer Commission Headquarters (980 Harrison Ave) will be closed today, Monday October 12, 2026 in observance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day. For 24-hour emergency service, please call (617) 989-7900.

Boston Water and Sewer Commission Headquarters (980 Harrison Ave) will be closed, Monday October 12, 2026 in observance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day. For 24-hour emergency service, please call (617) 989-7900.

BWSC at Work: Jetting a Catch Basin! How we clear drain and mains of debris!

Join us and come celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at City Hall Plaza 🎉🪅 There’s music, dancing, food and Boston’s award-winning tap water available to keep you hydrated through all the fun 💧

Boston Water and Sewer Commission Headquarters (980 Harrison Ave) will be closed today, Monday October12, 2026 in observance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day. For 24-hour emergency service, please call (617) 989-7900.

The Brooke Charter School took a trip to Deer Island with our Educational Programs Coordinator 🎒No better place to learn about how BWSC & MWRA treat and manage wastewater, than where it all happens! Sign up for a classroom presentation at https://www.bwsc.org/environment-education/teachers-students

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

Attention Boston homeowners, 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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qBJVEtz_3T4

Interested in working for BWSC? We're looking for an Special Heavy Motor Equipment Operators! Use the link to check out the job and apply https://ow.ly/VCwJ50ZU6ru Find all other job openings at https://ow.ly/oN7F50ZU6rA

UPDATE: Purchase St has been reopened to traffic. Thank you for your patience.

UPDATE: Repairs on main on Purchase St at Summer St are complete. Purchase St and sidewalk remain closed to backfill and patch.Main is turned on. Update to follow.

This Sunday is Open Street’s Allston/Brighton. Come by Harvard St and experience a neighborhood without cars! Our Water Truck will be in attendance to keep those strolling about hydrated, hope to see you there! #Boston

BWSC crews shut down 16” main at Summer and Purchase Street. No services impacted . Traffic impacted in the area. No additional updates at this time. Updates to follow.

Did you know BWSC offers at 30% on water, sewer and stormwater charges for seniors (65+) and disabled homeowners? If you or someone you know qualifies, make sure they are signed up for the discount! https://www.bwsc.org/sites/default/files/2026-02/senior_discount_application_26.1.pdf

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

Even during a Nor'Easter BWSC crews are out in the field keeping our systems working properly! A big thank you to our crews and to the citizens of Boston who called us or 311 to report blockages during the storm. #Boston

Update: Work is progressing on Kneeland st and Harrison Ave in Chinatown. During this time BWSC crews are also responding to 311s and cleaning out catch basins to reduce local flooding

When it rains, it pours! Keep catch basins clear so stormwater has a place to go! Check out tips from the City of Boston here: https://www.boston.gov/news/city-boston-announces-preparations-ahead-costal-storm-starting-friday-through-weekend

The Nor’Easter is in full swing, stay indoors if you can! Did you know Boston has over 30,000 storm drains? Find ones close to you here: https://www.bwsc.org/environment-education/maproom/catch-basins-map

Nor'easter expected for Boston this weekend. Heavy rains can lead to flooding; our stormwater system is how we accommodate Mother Nature! However, with over 30,000 catch basins we can't get to them all, BWSC asks you to assist in keeping catch basins clear from debris if able!