EXHIBIT 99.2

WASHINGTON GAS LIGHT COMPANY

Computation of Ratio of Earnings to Fixed Charges

Twelve Months Ended December 31, 2001
(Dollars in Thousands)
(Unaudited)

FIXED CHARGES:
Interest Expense		$	48,155
Amortization of Debt Premium, Discount and Expense			(74	)
Interest Component of Rentals			12
	Total Fixed Charges	$	48,093
EARNINGS:
Net Income Applicable to Common Stock		$	64,106
Add:
	Income Taxes Applicable to Utility Operating Income		45,105
	Income Taxes Applicable to Non-Utility Operating Income		(640	)
	Income Taxes Applicable to Other Income (Expenses)-Net		(656	)
	Total Fixed Charges		48,093
	Total Earnings	$	156,008
Ratio of Earnings to Fixed Charges			3.2