Fairfax County Department of Public Works and Environmental Services

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The Department of Public Works and Environmental Services' mission is to enhance the quality of life and protect the public interest by establishing sound environmental policies, enforcing codes, and constructing, operating and maintaining the county’s infrastructure by providing effective and efficient public service in the areas of capital facilities, stormwater, wastewater and solid waste.

06/18/2026

🎬TRASH TALK! 🎬 Meet Juan Pablo Echeverria from Arcadia Farms who tells us how we can turn our food waste into compost. Or if you want to give your food waste to someone else to turn into compost, find out how Fairfax County Parks Authority provides an easy solution.

🎵NOW PLAYING: “Blinding Algae” (Our remix of The Weeknd’s Blinding Lights)“I can’t breathe until I feel your touch…”🎵Tha...
06/16/2026

🎵NOW PLAYING: “Blinding Algae” (Our remix of The Weeknd’s Blinding Lights)
“I can’t breathe until I feel your touch…”🎵
That’s exactly what the fish are saying when toxic algae blooms choke out the oxygen in our streams!
When heavy summer rains hit a freshly fertilized lawn, those extra nutrients wash straight into storm drains. This fuels rapid algae growth that ruins summer water recreation. Check the weather forecast first and never apply yard fertilizer right before a big summer downpour. Let’s keep our water clear!

🌊 Chesapeake Bay Awareness Week is a reminder that protecting the Bay starts right here in our own communities.This year...
06/11/2026

🌊 Chesapeake Bay Awareness Week is a reminder that protecting the Bay starts right here in our own communities.

This year's theme, *Built by Nature, Protected Together*, celebrates the natural systems that keep our waterways healthy and the people who help protect them. From reducing pollution and planting trees to properly recycling and keeping litter out of storm drains, every action contributes to cleaner local streams and a healthier Chesapeake Bay.

Together, we can help protect the waterways that connect Fairfax County to the Bay.

Chesapeake Bay Program

06/10/2026

☀️ What a day at Summer Palooza!

Hundreds of residents came out to enjoy live music, food, Touch-A-Truck activities, local vendors, family fun, and opportunities to connect with County agencies and community organizations. DPWES outreach teams were proud to be part of the event, sharing tips on protecting our waterways, recycling right, preventing sewer backups by only flushing the 4 P's, understanding flood risk, and helping stop the spread of the invasive spotted lanternfly.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booths, asked questions, played games, and learned how small actions can make a big difference in our community.

🎵NOW PLAYING: “Cruel Summer (Pool Version)” Inspired by Taylor SwiftDraining chlorinated pool water or algaecides direct...
06/09/2026

🎵NOW PLAYING: “Cruel Summer (Pool Version)” Inspired by Taylor Swift
Draining chlorinated pool water or algaecides directly into the street or a storm drain? “I love you, ain’t that the worst thing you ever heard?” 🎶It really is the worst thing for aquatic life! 🐟❌
Chlorine keeps our pools safe, but it makes local stream life suffer. Keep summer kind to nature. Let your pool water sit and dechlorinate for a few days, then drain it slowly across a grassy area on your property so it can soak safely into the ground. Test your water to ensure there is no chlorine!

Come join us at Summer Palooza at Mt Vernon Governmental Center!
06/06/2026

Come join us at Summer Palooza at Mt Vernon Governmental Center!

☀️ Dry weather has prompted a regional drought watch across Northern Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C.While our r...
06/05/2026

☀️ Dry weather has prompted a regional drought watch across Northern Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C.

While our region currently has an adequate water supply, residents and businesses are encouraged to take simple, voluntary steps to conserve water and help protect our shared resources if dry conditions continue.

💧 Easy ways to save water:
• Keep showers under 5 minutes
• Turn off the tap while brushing your teeth
• Run full loads of laundry and dishes
• Fix leaking faucets and toilets
• Sweep driveways and sidewalks instead of hosing them down
• Be mindful of outdoor watering

🔥 Drought conditions can also increase fire risk. Use extra caution when grilling, smoking outdoors, or operating equipment that may create sparks.

Every drop counts. Small actions today can help preserve our water resources for tomorrow.

Learn more: https://fairfaxcounty.gov/news/regional-drought-watch-declared

Save the Date! 📅We’re hosting an open house in coordination with Fairfax County Park Authority at Kings Glen Elementary...
06/05/2026

Save the Date! 📅
We’re hosting an open house in coordination with Fairfax County Park Authority at Kings Glen Elementary School in Springfield, Virginia on June 6, from 3 – 5 p.m.
Attendees will receive updates on status of the dam assessment, and the Smaller Lake Accotink Preservation Feasibility Study.
For more information, please visit our website at: 🔗 bit.ly/lake-accotink-preservation.

☀️ Get ready for a day of fun in the sun!Join Mount Vernon District Supervisor Dan Storck for the 2nd Annual Summer Palo...
06/03/2026

☀️ Get ready for a day of fun in the sun!

Join Mount Vernon District Supervisor Dan Storck for the 2nd Annual Summer Palooza on Saturday, June 6 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Mount Vernon Governmental Center.

🎶 Live music
🐐 Petting zoo
🚛 Touch-a-Truck
🎨 Kids zone + bounce houses
🌱 Environmental fun + County resources
🍔 Free food

This FREE, family-friendly event has something for everyone. Come out and enjoy the day with us!

📍 2511 Parkers Lane, Alexandria
🅿️ Parking available at Whitman Middle School and Sherwood Regional Library

Rain or shine!

🎵NOW PLAYING: “Storm Drain Sadness” (Our cover of Lana Del Rey’s Summertime Sadness)🎵The real sadness? Washing your car ...
06/02/2026

🎵NOW PLAYING: “Storm Drain Sadness” (Our cover of Lana Del Rey’s Summertime Sadness)🎵
The real sadness? Washing your car on the driveway sends a toxic mix of soap and oil right down the storm drain and directly into our local creeks untreated. 🌊💔
Let’s change the tune! You can keep our streams happy by washing your vehicle on the lawn where the soil naturally filters the water or taking it to a commercial car wash where wastewater is properly treated. 🧼🛻

Address

12000 Government Center Parkway Suite 448
Fairfax, VA
22035

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+17033245033

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