Project overview
The Water Bureau has hired a contractor to replace a pump and motor at the Portland Heights Pump Station. The contractor will need to use a crane from Talbot Road to remove and replace the pump (the pump is in an area with too little space for equipment to access it from our property).
Why
This project is an investment in our water system to make it stronger, more flexible, and better prepared for challenges. Inspections show that the pump’s motor is declining and needs to be replaced. The new pump will provide the area with a more reliable water supply now and into the future.
When
Fall 2020 through Fall 2021
Work hours are usually Monday to Saturday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Work may be postponed if staffing or resource availability changes due to current events.
Where
2787 SW Talbot Road, Portland, OR 97201
What to expect
Work hours are usually Monday to Saturday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Street parking may be limited. We may need to leave some equipment overnight.
Mail, garbage, and delivery services will have access.
Work may cause noise, dust, and traffic delays.
This work will not disrupt your water service.
Happening now
New pump installation: Installation of the new pump will take place starting August 30 through the beginning of September.
Our contractor began final installation of the pump during the last week of July, but had to postpone some work due to a supply shortage of a key material needed to complete the project. We have now received the needed supplies and plan to complete final installation the week of August 30.
When work starts, a crane and trucks will be placed in Southwest Talbot Road for two to five days to lift the new pump into place and traffic will be reduced to one lane.