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IT'S STORMY TIME
On EnviroPod
The Commonwealth of Virginia recognizes Flood Awareness Week from March 13 - 20. Through the years Fairfax County has worked diligently to mitigate flooding in flood prone areas. In episode #38 of EnviroPod host Bob DeMarco talks with Saurabh Raje, an engineer in the DPWES Maintenance and Stormwater Division and Catie Torgerson, a planner in the DPWES Stormwater Planning Division about the work the county is undertaking and what residents need to know to protect themselves and thei...
Capital Projects Summary Report
Quarterly status reports for each supervisory districtWater's Journey
Drinking Water - Wastewater - Stormwater
Clean water is our most important resource. To preserve water quality for future generations, we need to understand where water comes from, how we use it, and where it goes when it leaves our homes and businesses.
APWA Accredited Agency
The Fairfax County Department of Public Works and Environmental Services is accredited by the American Public Works Association. This prestigious national accreditation program recognizes public works agencies that comply with or exceed recommended best practices. The recognition affirms the department’s commitment to providing the highest quality services to Fairfax County residents. In 2021, DPWES Leads APWA Awards with Wins in 8 Major Categories including five for Project of the Year and three honorable mentions.