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Reminder: Join us this Saturday for a sneak peek of the iconic new Washington Park Reservoir
Join the Portland Water Bureau and the Public Works Service Area for a celebration at the Washington Park Reservoir site from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 14!
Press release

Filtration Neighbor Update - June 6, 2025
Read the June 6, 2025 Bull Run Treatment Project Construction Activity Update to learn about Wind-down and site safety/security activities for the week beginning June 9.
Newsletter
Go the distance with these water efficiency tips for gyms and athletic clubs
Looking for ways to save water—and money—at your gym or athletic club? Look no further! The Portland Water Bureau has you covered.
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Bull Run Treatment Projects Update - May 31, 2025
Please read our May 2025 Bull Run Treatment Projects Update.
Newsletter
Filtration Neighbor Update - May 30, 2025
Read the May 30, 2025 Bull Run Treatment Project Construction Activity Update to learn about Wind-down and site safety/security activities for the week beginning June 2.
Newsletter
Filtration Neighbor Update - May 23, 2025
Read the May 23, 2025 Bull Run Treatment Project Construction Activity Update to learn about Wind-down and site safety/security activities for the week beginning May 26.
Newsletter
Making a splash
Meet Drippy the Water Drop, the bubbly ambassador for the Portland Water Bureau.
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Filtration Neighbor Update - May 16, 2025
Read the May 16, 2025 Bull Run Treatment Project Construction Activity Update to learn about Wind-down and site safety/security activities for the week beginning May 19.
Newsletter
Updated Traffic Advisory: Lane remains closed at NE Airport Way and 148th Avenue
Drivers advised to use detour for westbound travel on NE Airport Way and the southbound right turn lane on NE 148th Ave to Airport Way while Portland Water Bureau crews repair a water main break. The lane closures are expected to remain in place until Friday, May 16.
Updated Traffic Advisory

Filtration Neighbor Update - May 9, 2025
Read the May. 9, 2025 Bull Run Treatment Project Construction Activity Update to learn about Wind-down and site safety/security activities for the week beginning May 12.
Newsletter
Filtration Neighbor Update - May 2, 2025
Read the May 2, 2025 Bull Run Treatment Project Construction Activity Update to learn about Wind-down and site safety/security activities for the week beginning May 5.
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Bull Run Treatment Projects Update - April 30, 2025
Please read our April 2025 Bull Run Treatment Projects Update.
Newsletter
Save the date: On June 14, celebrate the Washington Park Reservoir
Stroll Washington Park’s new promenade with Portland’s favorite water drop and get a special insider’s look at this marvel of modern engineering
Press release
Filtration Neighbor Update - Apr. 25, 2025
Read the Apr. 25, 2025 Bull Run Treatment Project Construction Activity Update to learn about Wind-down and site safety/security activities for the week beginning April 28.
Newsletter
Cryptosporidium Monitoring Update
Detections from routine monitoring in the Bull Run. Customers do not need to take any additional precautions at this time.
News article
Slow down for workers as construction season enters high gear
The public servants building projects that improve our lives have family to protect and support, just like you. That’s why Portland Public Works is reminding the public to keep their distance from crews at work and slow down when traveling through work zones.
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Filtration Neighbor Update - Apr. 18, 2025
Read the Apr. 18, 2025 Bull Run Treatment Project Construction Activity Update to learn about Wind-down and site safety/security activities for the week beginning April 21.
Newsletter
Cryptosporidium Monitoring Update
Detections from routine monitoring in the Bull Run. Customers do not need to take any additional precautions at this time.
News article
Five reasons you should swipe right on water quality sampling stations
No, that little green box isn’t a cable box—it’s a water quality sampling station. They may not look like much, but these stations play a key role in keeping your drinking water safe. And if that’s not reason enough to say yes to a date with one of these cuties, here are five more.
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Rain, reservoirs, and Bigfoot? A hydrologist’s review of the Bull Run Watershed in 2024
The Bull Run Watershed is a magical place where science meets mystery. Professional water nerd Kristin Anderson (aka our Bull Run Water Resource Program Manager) is an expert in both. Follow along as Kristin shares water year 2024 was in the Bull Run—with a side of Bigfoot.
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