The Philadelphia Water Department’s latest Drinking Water Quality report is out! Get informed on this year’s drinking water quality data and explore:
• Source: Where the water comes from
• Treatment: What we do to keep water safe
• Delivery: Safe transit through the system
• Home: How residents can keep their water safe once it enters their home plumbing
Our staff live and work in Philadelphia.
We test and monitor at every step: from the rivers, through treatment, and to distribution. Customer service supports it all.
We welcome you to the 2026 Drinking Water Quality Report!
This annual document demonstrates how we protect Philadelphia’s drinking water from the source to the tap. Our staff is dedicated to ensuring safe, reliable drinking water. We deliver top-quality water to Philadelphia’s homes, businesses, and communities 24 hours a day, every day.
We are planning for tomorrow – and for years to come. These crucial plans address residents’ top water quality concerns, including removing lead plumbing and “forever” chemicals like PFAS, as shown in responses to our latest annual customer survey.
We are piloting new programs to find and remove lead from plumbing in properties across the city over the next decade. We’re also offering free water testing for lead at local schools and childcare facilities.
We are upgrading our drinking water treatment plants with advanced technology to prepare for new Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) regulations when they take effect.
The decades-long Water Revitalization Plan will enable us to continue providing safe, reliable drinking water for future generations, thanks to multiple infrastructure projects and upgrades. The work makes our system more resilient for emergencies.
All of this essential work aligns with our five-year Strategic Plan, including building resilient infrastructure and supporting operational excellence. Through responsible spending, we keep the work as cost-efficient as possible for our customers.
For PWD staff, we know the importance of tap water you can trust—and we will continue to deliver.
Sincerely,
Ben Jewell, Commissioner