Department News
DPW Detects Low Levels of Cryptosporidium During Routine Testing of Druid Lake Reservoir
Today, Thursday, Sept. 28, 2023, the Baltimore City Department of Public Works (DPW) announced that during a routine test of the Druid Lake Reservoir low levels of the microscopic parasite Cryptosporidium were discovered. Cryptosporidium is a microorganism commonly found in lakes and rivers, which can potentially cause gastrointestinal problems, particularly, in those who are immunocompromised, elderly, or children.
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BGE Hanlon-Longwood – Phase 1 Gas Main Project
BGE Hanlon-Longwood – Phase 1 Gas Main Project
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DPW Launches Textile Recycling Partnership Blue Bins Available at Residential Drop-off Centers to Collect Unwanted Clothes, Textile Items
Baltimore City Department of Public Works (DPW) has announced that residents can now bring used clothing, shoes, sheets, and other textiles to any of DPW’s five Residential Drop-off Centers, where large blue collection bins will be available.
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Now Accepting Public Comment: Modified Sanitary Sewer Consent Decree Revised Emergency Response Plan
Baltimore City Department of Public Works (DPW) has announced the release of its Revised Emergency Response Plan (ERP), a reference tool to be used by City personnel during a sanitary sewer overflow (SSO) or reported building backup emergency. DPW will accept public comments pertaining to this document for 30 days, through October 21, 2023
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Stormwater Management Qualitative Control Waiver
Stormwater Management Qualitative Control Waiver
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DPW’s Northwest Transfer Station Scale Replacement Work Rescheduled: Sept. 7-9 Transfer Station to Remain Open to Residents, Small Haulers
Scale replacement work at the Northwest Transfer Station has been rescheduled due to a request from the vendor. This week, the scale replacement work will take place from Thursday, Sept. 7 to Saturday, Sept. 9. During this time, residents can continue to use the facility’s Residential Drop-Off Center and small commercial waste haulers will be able to dispose of their loads.
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