Police and Homeland Security

Coordinating WSSC Water's Homeland Security, Emergency Preparedness and Policing programs

WSSC Water's Police Department is made up of law enforcement professionals who are courteous, service-oriented, ethical and respectful of others. We are a small agency charged with a critical mission: protecting valuable water resources and facilities across more than 1,000 square miles of Montgomery and Prince George's counties. We accomplish this by using innovative technology, state-of-the-art training, and strategically deploying our resources by boat, ATV, vehicle, and foot.

Our mission is to ensure the safety of WSSC Water's employees, contractors and customers. We are dedicated to providing professional, impartial, ethical and excellent public safety services to all.

Meet the Police and Homeland Security Director

Before September 11, 2001, WSSC Water's security was overseen by an already established security unit. However, after the terrorist attacks, Maryland's legislature created the WSSC Police Department to guard WSSC Water's infrastructure and water supply against sabotage or acts of terrorism.

Within the Department are sections that have specific areas of focus:

Operations: Divided into two groups, the section consists of uniformed police officers providing 24 hour a day security and law enforcement services to employees, customers, and visitors, as well as its multi-billion-dollar physical assets.

Learn more about the Operations Section

Investigative: The investigative section is charged with investigative responsibility of criminal, civil and/or administrative violations occurring against or on Commission property throughout Prince George’s, Montgomery and Howard Counties, Maryland. Further, the Investigative Section is responsible for the security authorization of individuals seeking access to Commission assets, facilities, and information necessary to conduct business within the Commission’s district. Additionally, the Investigative Section is responsible for the implementation of crime prevention strategies in support of the overall mission of the Police Department.

Check out the Investigative Section

Integrated Security Operations Center & Protective Services Section: This section works with the Operations and Investigative sections, ensuring seamless coordination on law enforcement violations, security matters, incident response, and investigative efforts. Emergency Management functions are a key part of this integration, enabling timely assessment, coordinated response, and decision-making during incidents or disruptions.

Check out the Integrated Security Operations Center & Protective Services Section

Contact Us

In an emergency, dial 9-1-1. In non-emergency situations, you can reach the WSSC Water Police Department at:

• 301-206-8282 Administrative Office
• 301-206-8888 Communications Office (Police)

Our headquarters is located at 14501 Sweitzer Lane, Laurel, MD 20770