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Come drink me, H2O: New hit single from Drippy the Water Drop makes a splash!
You may have heard Sabrina Carpenter’s catchy song “Espresso,” but H2O’s a better beverage—and it finally has a theme song to match. The artist, Drippy the Water Drop, shares the meaning behind the song and why you should drink Portland water, not espresso.
Blog post
Portland transitions to primary water source, the Bull Run Watershed
Annual maintenance operation for our secondary groundwater source is complete
Press release
City of Portland will explore ‘One Water’ approach for delivering holistic water, sewer and stormwater services
Mayor Wheeler directs staff to assess the feasibility of integrating the city’s Water and Environmental Services bureaus, delivering environmental and economic benefits.
News article
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.
Press release
Filtration Neighbor Update - July 30, 2024
Please read the July 26, 2024 Bull Run Treatment Project Construction Activity Update.
Newsletter
Filtration Neighbor Update - July 19, 2024
Please read the July 19, 2024 Bull Run Treatment Project Construction Activity Update.
Newsletter
Filtration Neighbor Update - July 12, 2024
Please read the July 12, 2024 Bull Run Treatment Project Construction Activity Update.
Newsletter
Get smart about irrigation this summer using these four tips
July is Smart Irrigation Month. Celebrate by using smart, water-efficient technologies that help save money and reduce water waste. Here are four ways to get started!
Blog post
Filtration Neighbor Update - July 5, 2024
Please read the July 5, 2024 Bull Run Treatment Project Construction Activity Update.
Newsletter
How to keep your plants hydrated in the heat
Everyone needs to stay hydrated during heat waves--including plants! Follow these eight tips to keep your plants happy when its hot while using water wisely.
Blog post
Traffic Advisory: Water Bureau begins construction on Washington Park reservoir road restoration
Construction to build a reflecting pool on top of the new underground reservoir at Washington Park will impact local traffic within the park between late April and early November 2024.
Traffic Advisory
Bull Run Treatment Projects Update - June 28, 2024
Please read our June 2024 Bull Run Treatment Projects Update.
Newsletter
Four ways to keep your yard healthy and save water this summer
With summer officially upon us, it’s time to embrace the longer days and warmer weather here in Portland! As we prepare for summer barbecues and all things patio season, here are some tips to help you save water outdoors.
Blog post
Water Bureau crews cleared out discolored water in Southeast Portland after a pressure surge event
Residents in Sellwood, Westmoreland, and Brooklyn experienced discolored water on 6/11. This was due to a pressure issue in Sellwood that stirred up organic sediments that are always present in our water main pipes. Water Bureau crews flushed hydrants to resolve the issue.
Updated News article
Bull Run Treatment Projects Activity Update - June 7, 2024
Please read the June 7, 2024 Bull Run Treatment Project Construction Activity Update.
Newsletter
Bull Run Treatment Projects Activity Update - June 3, 2024
Please read the June 3, 2024 Bull Run Treatment Project Construction Activity Update.
Newsletter
Bull Run Treatment Projects Update - May 31, 2024
Please read the May 31, 2024 Bull Run Treatment Projects Update.
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
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
Work Zone Ahead: As construction seasons kicks into high gear, City of Portland urges travelers to use caution to save lives and prevent injuries
An important safety message from Portland's Public Works bureaus
Press release
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