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Plan ahead for trips to Washington Park—Next phase in reservoir project requires road closure

Traffic Advisory
Updated
Visitors to Washington Park, including the Portland Japanese Garden and Portland International Rose Test Garden, should plan for limited parking options in September due to construction near the new reservoir. Easy access to parking is available using Washington Park's free shuttle service.
Map showing closure of SW Sherwood, SW Sacajawea and SW Madison Trail. Vehicular traffic can travel west into the park via SW Lewis and Clark Way. Pedestrians and cyclists can use a multi-use trail in both directions along the western portion of SW Sacajawea and then along SW Lewis and Clark Way. The free shuttle stop at SW Park and SW Sacajawea will be closed.

Joint City Statement on Hate Crimes

Press Release
Published
Our core values as a City include anti-racism and equity. Every Portlander and everyone visiting our city deserves to be welcomed and to feel that they belong. They should encounter a Portland free of bias and hate, where they do not fear for their safety and security.

Brown lawns, clear skies: How Portland manages water in dry times

News Article
Published
For Portlanders, conserving natural resources like water is part of our culture. Even though Portland is not facing a water shortage, drought is a growing concern around Oregon and the West, so it’s important to always protect our resources. 
A picture of Bull Run dam holding water back with bare ground in the foreground

Bull Run Treatment Projects Update - August 2021

Newsletter
Published

Visit a local garden for relaxation, restoration, and inspiration

Blog Post
Published
a photo of a small green bush with white blooms growing in gravel

Groundwater: Here When We Need It.

Press Release
Published
Portland Water Bureau to begin groundwater augmentation.

Bull Run Treatment Projects Update - July 2021

Newsletter
Published

Cryptosporidium Monitoring Update

News Article
Published
Detections from routine monitoring in the Bull Run. Customers do not need to take any additional precautions at this time.

Portland Water Bureau Resumes Normal Operations As Chlorine Shortage Resolves

News Article
Published
After a shortage threatened reliable shipments of chlorine to the West Coast and other parts of the country, the Portland Water Bureau has resumed normal operations. 

Bull Run Treatment Projects Update - June 2021

Newsletter
Published

Water is Flowing From Washington Park Reservoir!

Blog Post
Published
Artist rendering of the future layout of Washington Park showing a staircase leading to a peaceful reflecting pond with walkways and forest surrounding it.

Portland Utility Bureaus Are Prepared for West Coast Chlorine Shortage

Press Release
Published
As the region experiences a chlorine supply shortage, Portland’s drinking water remains safe and wastewater treatment continues

Easy sprinkler tips for summer

Blog Post
Published
A sprinkler shoots water straight up in the lawn.

Cryptosporidium Monitoring Update

News Article
Published
Detections from routine monitoring in the Bull Run. Customers do not need to take any additional precautions at this time.

Unidirectional Flushing team hits milestone 

Blog Post
Published
Undirectional Flushing (UDF) is an important process we undertake to keep our system free of unwanted debris and ensure the quality of Portland's drinking water.
Water bureau employee Laura Ispass leans on a fire hydrant to check a reading.

Water Helps Firefighters Train

Blog Post
Published
The Portland Water Bureau hosts Portland Fire on Powell Butte for training in confined spaces.
A group of firefighters stand atop Powell Butte in a training exercise around small confined space in the ground.

Bull Run Treatment Projects Update - May 2021

Newsletter
Published

Prepare your building for a safe reopening

Press Release
Published
Stagnant water poses health risks. Take these important steps to reduce risks associated with Legionella.
multicolor neon sign that says open.

Bull Run Treatment Projects Update - April 2021

Newsletter
Published

Cryptosporidium Monitoring Update

Press Release
Published
Detections from routine monitoring in the Bull Run. Customers do not need to take any additional precautions at this time.

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