| Public water system | Population served |
|---|---|
| D.C. WATER AND SEWER AUTHORITY | 632,323 |
| JOINT BASE ANACOSTIA - BOLLING | 19,312 |
| NAVAL STATION WASHINGTON - WNY | 16,800 |
Largest first by population served, as each employer reports it to its federal registry.
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS/Fed), community water systems. Data captured October 2, 2026.
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