Services and Resources for Water, stormwater, and sewer

In many places in Portland, storm drains flow directly into a river or stream. To protect our rivers and streams, City Code prohibits pouring or dumping anything into a storm drain. Learn about requirements and ways you can prevent pollution. Remember, only rain goes down a storm drain.

Is it raining? Here you can track how the Big Pipe Project is preventing combined sewer overflows to the Willamette River, and be the first to know if a rare overflow does occur.

Frequently asked questions about online access and paying your sewer, stormwater, and water bill.

Biosolids are another valuable resource recovered through the wastewater treatment process. Rich in nutrients and organic matter, Portland’s biosolids increase the productivity of dryland agriculture in Eastern Oregon by improving the soil while helping to capture and store carbon.

Investments in our water system today ensure access to clean and safe water for the entire region. We work hard to keep our infrastructure up to date and to prepare for emergencies.

The Water Bureau worked with community members to develop a Bull Run Filtration Good Neighbor Agreement that will help make sure neighbors' interests are considered during design, construction, and ongoing operation of the future water filtration facility.

The Portland Water Bureau secured low-cost, long-term federal financing from the Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) program to help build the Bull Run Treatment Projects. Based on rate projections, it will provide at least $247 million of debt-service savings.

The Water Bureau is taking steps to maintain water rate affordability while making important long-term investments in the future of the Bull Run water system.

Frequently asked questions for the Bull Run Treatment Projects.

Test water quality, tour a 1929 dam, and learn how forests help protect drinking water during this full-day school field trip. Grades 3–12. 

All mainline sewer extensions must request a public works permit. However, short sanitary sewers (less than 100 feet) can be considered for permitting under a BES Simplified Sewer Permit. Learn more and how to apply for a BES Simplified Sewer Permit.

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