The Department of Justice and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency have filed a civil complaint against DC Water over a sewage spill into the Potomac River, described as the largest wastewater release in U.S. history. The state of Maryland also filed a lawsuit seeking penalties and damages for costs connected to the spill.Federal officials allege the utility violated environmental law by failing to properly maintain its system and prevent untreated sewage from reaching waterways and areas with potential human contact. The government is seeking financial penalties and requiring repairs and mitigation work to address the damage. DC Water says it is
