Upcoming changes to your bill

On July 1, our combined water/sewer/stormwater rates will increase by 6.24 percent. Customers will also see changes to stormwater charge calculations and expanded eligibility for Clean River Rewards. Learn more about the services your Portland utility bills pay for here.

Scheduled maintenance on view/pay website Sunday October 6th

Please note that system maintenance is scheduled for Sunday October 6th between 2:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m. During these times, customers will be unable to view or pay their bills online or pay on our 24-hour automated payment line. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Water main break in NW Portland

A water main break in NW Portland has stirred up sediments that are always in our water mains and creating widespread discolored water. Our crews are responding to fix the main break. Follow Watch and Wait instructions on this page. Updates will be posted soon.

News and notices

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Portland Water Bureau to activate groundwater system

Customers will receive a blend of Bull Run water and Columbia South Shore Well Field water. This routine maintenance operation will help ensure a reliable water system.

August 1, 2024 10:00 am Press release

An aerial photo of a groundwater pump station next to the Columbia River

Portland Water Bureau to Begin Groundwater Augmentation

On Thursday, August 24, the Portland Water Bureau will begin adding groundwater from the Columbia South Shore Well Field to augment Portland’s main drinking water source, the Bull Run Watershed.

August 23, 2023 12:02 pm Press release

An aerial photo of a groundwater pump station next to the Columbia River

Fall Into Water Savings

As the seasons change, so do the water needs of your landscape. Here are a few tips to keep your landscape resilient and water efficient this season.

October 13, 2022 1:35 pm Blog post

A narrow, tall pale green water tower stands in a residential setting, with multiple houses and yards surrounding it. Several trees nearby have leaves changing into red and orange fall colors.

Groundwater: Here When We Need It.

Portland Water Bureau to begin groundwater augmentation.

August 3, 2021 9:22 am Press release

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