NYC Water

Hydration = NON NEGOTIABLE

Sangamithra Iyer is our Chief of Bluebelts & Urban Stormwater Planning and says she loves collaborating with her team to design nature-based stormwater management systems that foster resilient communities, create vibrant ecosystems, AND provide habitat for urban wildlife.

Making our city more livable means investing in infrastructure. That's why we're partnering with the New York City Department of Design and Construction to install 7 miles of porous pavement in Brooklyn. This will reduce flooding and improve resident's quality of life: https://on.nyc.gov/3y0AW61

Out of the Archives: A pump float and the truck designed to transport it through Manhattan on July 18, 1918. Shown here about to be loaded at Morningside Avenue and West 121st Street, it was part of the drainage equipment for City Water Tunnel No. 1, which has reliably delivered the world’s best tap water to NY’ers for more than a century. http://bit.ly/2tKkvDE.

Take the first step towards becoming part of the next generation of NYC's watershed protectors! The Environmental Police Officers Exam application is open until August 30th: https://on.nyc.gov/3yqFOkB

🗣️ Reminder: Staying hydrated with delicious and refreshing NYC tap water will help you on hot days like today. nyc.gov/beattheheat ⬇️

Did you know that New York City Department of Small Business Services is helping connect small businesses in NYC's flood zones to up to $5,000 in grant money to cover the cost of resiliency equipment such as portable flood barriers & generators? Check to see if you qualify here: https://on.nyc.gov/3Qxd6VK

On hot & humid days like today, water can keep you hydrated & help you cool off! If you're outside, stick to the shade & head over to a New York City Fire Department (FDNY) firehouse to request a spray cap 💦 for a hydrant. Or, find a spray shower at a nearby New York City Department of Parks & Recreation park! More info: nyc.gov/beattheheat.

To combat flooding, we're working with the New York City Department of Design and Construction to install 7 miles of porous pavement on Brooklyn roadways. This allows water to absorb naturally into the ground, keeping millions of gallons of stormwater out of the sewer system annually: https://on.nyc.gov/3y0AW61

Absorbing stormwater before it enters the sewer system 🟰 ⬇ flooding, ⬇sewer backups, and ⬇overflows into waterways.

NYC has 520 miles of coastline—more than the coastlines of Miami, Boston, Los Angeles, & San Francisco combined. That's why we've established a Bureau of Coastal Resiliency to protect our coastal communities AND create a more resilient city for us all!

Out of the Archives, then and now: Quiet moments fishing in the watershed.
Learn about opportunities to enjoy 135,000 acres of land and water open for recreation at https://on.nyc.gov/4dgwQ9U. And see more historical photos at http://bit.ly/2tKkvDE.

NYC continues to be the safest big city in the country, & when temps rise about 90 degrees, safety means staying hydrated & cool! That's why our teams were out in high-traffic locations on July 4th, helping NYers enjoy a cool mist or fill a bottle with delicious NYC tap water!

Yup, its still hot out there.
Need to ?
Sip, sip, repeat!

DEP is investigating a water main break in the vicinity of Willoughby Avenue & Broadway in Brooklyn. Discolored water is expected with a potential for low pressure. Lane closures will be needed as crews work to make the necessary repairs. At this time, no one is without water.

Residents and businesses in the area may see discolored tap water and or experience low water pressure during this work - crews are working to minimize this. The water remains safe, but people should avoid consuming discolored water. https://www.nyc.gov/site/dep/water/drinking-water-frequently-asked-questions.page

From Brooklyn to Manhattan (to Bronx, Queens and Staten Island too), NYC tap water keeps you hydrated and in the game.

On days like today, ALL New Yorkers need to remember to stay hydrated. To , just sip, sip, repeat.

It'll continue to be hot 🥵 for the next few days. If you're outside, a cool mist of water can provide much needed relief. To request a spray cap for a hydrant, go to your New York City Fire Department (FDNY) firehouse. Or, find a spray shower at at New York City Department of Parks & Recreation site near you!

It's , so why not take a reusable bottle with you for your day of fun in the sun? Not only will you help keep single-use plastics out of our waterways, but you can fill it with delicious NYC tap water!

The Staten Island Bluebelt program is a success because of dedicated DEP staff like Vinny Lucchese, who ensure these natural stormwater-absorbing wetlands are always in tip-top shape! Vinny says he loves working outside and staying active! 💪

While you enjoy the fireworks tonight, know that another spectacular show is happening behind the scenes—fresh, delicious water traveling by gravity alone from the Catskill Mountains to the taps of NYC!

Out of the Archives: in 1842, Croton water began flowing into the Distributing Reservoir at Murray Hill. Some 25,000 visitors climbed the steps to the top of the reservoir that day to see for themselves, while downtown at City Hall the Mayor and City Council celebrated with Croton cocktails: Croton water over ice with a slice of lemon! Throughout planning and construction, it was very important to the city for the reservoir to open on Independence Day. So on this July 4th we also celebrate 182 years of the best water in the world!

(Need some orientation? The New York Public Library Schwarzman Building and Bryant Park now occupy the former sites of the reservoir and Crystal Palace on its right. Visit the library to see part of the surviving reservoir wall. This 1855 print is from the NYPL Digital Collections, Image ID ps_prn_cd11_166.)

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In collaboration with NYS Department of Environmental Conservation, Senator Michelle Hinchey, Jen Metzger for Ulster County Executive and Riverkeeper we are happy to announce new reservoir operating procedures that will continue to preserve & protect the water supply for nearly 10 million NYers & the vital watershed communities! https://on.nyc.gov/3XPqCIM

Thank you, Senator Michelle Hinchey, for this vital partnership with our watershed communities!

Today, in partnership with NYC Department of Youth and Community Development we welcomed some new faces to the DEP team! NYC's Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) is the nation's most extensive youth employment program, providing career exploration opportunities and a paycheck for young NYers every summer!

Please be advised that we are conducting a routine sewer test south of the Williamsburg Bridge today from 1 to 3 p.m. If you notice red dye in the East River, there is no cause for alarm. The dye is non-toxic, safe for the environment, and quickly dissipates in the water.