Public Works and Environmental Services

CONTACT INFORMATION: Our administrative offices are open to the public by appointment only at this time. Please call or email 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday
703-324-5033 TTY 711
12000 Government Center Parkway
Suite 448 Fairfax, VA 22035
Christopher S. Herrington
Director
Public works and environmental services

What We Do

The Department of Public Works and Environmental Services builds and maintains safe, reliable infrastructure that improves public health and provides a high quality of life for residents. The department’s four business areas – Solid Waste Management, Capital Facilities, Wastewater Management, and Stormwater Management – work together to create and preserve sustainable communities.

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Road Closures and Detours Scheduled as New Pedestrian Bridge is Set
April 10, 2024
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. – A new pedestrian bridge is coming to the Hunter Mill District. It will be on Wiehle Avenue, at the Washington and Old Dominion Trail Crossing. The bridge will replace the existing crossing and will eliminate conflicts between vehicles and trail users and minimize vehicle rear-end crashes.
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Fairfax County Launches Groundbreaking Solar Panel Recycling Program
April 4, 2024
Fairfax County, VA – A Solar Panel Recycling program has been officially launched by the Department of Public Works and Environmental Services (DPWES). Initially kicked off as a pilot project in November 2022, this innovative initiative marks a significant advancement in the County's environmental sustainability efforts.
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Fairfax County Hosts Educational Water Workshop for Elementary Students
April 2, 2024
A group of Fairfax County elementary school kids learned not all field trips involve fields or aromatic flowers. Some provide a learning experience that involves dirty water and putrid smells. Sixth graders from Lorton Station Elementary recently participated in a workshop and tour on water science at the Noman Cole Pollution Control Plant.

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The Department of Public Works and Environmental Services in Fairfax County in collaboration with Operation Stream Shield crew from The Lamb Center rolled up their sleeves and dove into a spring cleaning mission. With the guidance of DPWES’ talented landscape architects, Suzie Foster and Sarah Roth, from the Stormwater Management Division, we focused on giving our native plants some much-needed TLC after the winter. Our efforts included deadheading spent blooms to make way for new growth and planting "live sticks" to encourage more greenery around our tranquil pond area. It's all about creating a thriving habitat for our local wildlife and a serene space for everyone to enjoy.

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Christmas Tree Disposal & County Recycling Program

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In Episode 43 of EnviroPod, host Bob DeMarco and Catie Torgersen from the Solid Waste Management Division discuss post-holiday recycling and waste management in Fairfax County. They explore the importance of proper recycling techniques, the profitability of recycling various materials, and the operations of material recovery facilities. The episode also highlights Fairfax County's initiatives like the Purple Can Club for glass recycling and expanded composting programs. This engaging discussion offers insights into the county's sustainable waste management practices and encourages com

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Water's Journey

Drinking Water - Wastewater - Stormwater

Clean water is our most important resource. To preserve water quality for future generations, we need to understand where water comes from, how we use it, and where it goes when it leaves our homes and businesses. 

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APWA Accredited Agency

APWA Accredited Agency logoThe Fairfax County Department of Public Works and Environmental Services is accredited by the American Public Works Association. This prestigious national accreditation program recognizes public works agencies that comply with or exceed recommended best practices. The recognition affirms the department’s commitment to providing the highest quality services to Fairfax County residents.

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