What is the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC)?

The Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC) is a government agency that provides safe and clean water as well as wastewater treatment services to approximately 1.8 million residents in Montgomery and Prince George's counties in Maryland. Established in 1918, WSSC is the eighth-largest water and wastewater utility in the United States. As a public utility, WSSC is committed to delivering high-quality water and sewer services to its customers at reasonable rates. They maintain a vast network of pipes, treatment plants, and pumping stations to ensure a continuous and reliable water supply. Additionally, WSSC is dedicated to environmental stewardship, resource conservation, and community partnerships to protect public health and preserve the region's water resources for future generations.