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Sewage Advisory: Crews respond to sewage release from pump station at NE Broadway and Weidler intersection

Press release

Traffic Advisory: Road Construction on Interstate Avenue and North Greeley Avenue Exit Ramp Under I-5

Traffic Advisory

City of Portland will explore ‘One Water’ approach for delivering holistic water, sewer and stormwater services

Mayor Wheeler directs staff to assess the feasibility of integrating the city’s Water and Environmental Services bureaus, delivering environmental and economic benefits.

News article

Sewage Advisory: Crews respond to sewage release at Riverdale Grade School playground in South Portland

Crews stopped a sewage release to the playground of Riverdale Grade School. The playground is closed to protect the public, and allow the school to proceed with cleanup.

Press release

Environmental Services requests public comment on proposed changes to the City’s Stormwater Management Manual

Environmental Services is proposing changes to the Stormwater Management Manual. The public comment period was open from July 15 to August 19, 2024.

Public notice

Environmental Services awards $100,000 in Community Watershed Stewardship Program grants to eight community projects

This year’s projects add to the 30-year history of the program and more than 340 watershed projects that Environmental Services has funded to restore nature in the city and benefit communities.

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N Columbia Blvd overpass reopens for vehicular traffic following emergency sewer repairs

Public works bureaus on May 6, 2024 reopened the N Columbia Blvd overpass in industrial North Portland following emergency sewer repairs that began in March.

Updated Press release

Work Zone Ahead: As construction seasons kicks into high gear, City of Portland urges travelers to use caution to save lives and prevent injuries

An important safety message from Portland's Public Works bureaus

Press release

Environmental Services requests public comment on proposed changes to administrative rules for user, development, and connection charges

Environmental Services is proposing changes to multiple administrative rules related to user, development, and connection charges. The public comment period was open from April 1 to May 1, 2024.

Public notice

Update: Crews contain sewage release under N Columbia Boulevard; road closure continues, advisory continues for Columbia Slough

Press release

Advisory: Sewage release under N Columbia Boulevard north of Lombard Street leads to road closure, overflow to Columbia Slough

Press release

Sewage Advisory: Crews respond to sewage release in NW Portland, portion reaches Cedar Mill Creek

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Sewage Advisory: Crews respond to sewage release in SW Portland, portion reaches Stephens Creek

Press release

Sewage Advisory: Crews respond to sewage release under west end of Burnside Bridge

Press release

Traffic Advisory: Sinkhole repairs to slow travel at W Burnside Street and NW Skyline Blvd through Feb. 9

Traffic Advisory

CSO Advisory: Heavy rains lead to combined sewer overflow to the Willamette River

Updated Press release

Sewage Advisory: Weather-related pipe failure at pump station leads to sewage reaching Fanno Creek in SW Portland

Press release

UPDATE: City's largest sewage pump station repaired, in full service

Crews are working around the clock to keep essential sewage infrastructure operating as the freezing temperatures trigger multiple impacts.

Updated Press release

Traffic Advisory: Traffic Lanes Closed on NE Grand Ave Between NE Broadway and NE Schuyler St for Sewer Construction

Traffic Advisory

Traffic Advisory: Traffic lanes on W Burnside Street to be shifted as crews repair sinkhole off of the shoulder

Traffic Advisory

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