Piney Branch Tunnel: Rock Creek’s Big Cleanup | Washington DC News

Washington DC News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 9, 2026 · 1m

D.C. Water has begun construction on the Piney Branch Tunnel — the final piece of the Clean Rivers Project — set to slash stormwater and sewage overflows from dozens per year to just one, reviving Piney Branch and Rock Creek Park’s ecosystem. Though construction will disrupt nearby residents and park visitors for about four years, officials and local leaders see this as a landmark environmental win for the region’s waterways and future generations. Thank you to our sponsor Garrett Waller Performance: http://coaching.garrettwaller.com Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…