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Cryptosporidium monitoring update

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

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Portland transitions to primary water source, the Bull Run Watershed

Heavy rains caused a rapid increase in turbidity (organic material in the water) in the Bull Run Watershed. A return to more seasonal weather has allowed the turbidity to settle, allowing us to resume serving water from our primary water source, the Bull Run Watershed.

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Dam one in the Bull Run Watershed with fall colors

Drain your swamp coolers: Preparing specialized plumbing equipment for winter weather

When temperatures are at or below freezing, water pipes can freeze or break. Multifamily and commercial properties often have specialized plumbing equipment (like swamp coolers) and may need to take extra steps to protect them from cold temperatures.

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Water supply switched to groundwater due to rain-driven turbidity

Heavy rains caused a rapid increase in turbidity (organic material in the water) in the Bull Run Watershed. The Portland Water Bureau is temporarily serving 100 percent groundwater. The new filtration facility will reduce impacts of storm runoff in the future.

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

Discolored water? Filtration will help with that

The future Bull Run filtration facility will eliminate one annual tradition for Portlanders: a harmless seasonal change in the appearance of our drinking water.

Press release

Bull Run Dam surrounded by evergreen trees and orange, yellow, red fall foliage with a blue sky and fluffy white clouds overhead

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

Bull Run Treatment Projects Update - Nov. 26, 2025

Please read our November 2025 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

Show your toilet some love for World Toilet Day

World Toilet Day highlights the critical role of toilets and wastewater infrastructure in protecting public health and the environment. Learn more about our wastewater system and some easy steps you can take to show your toilet some love.

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Toilet paper role crushed into the shape of a heart on top of a second toilet paper roll.

Four ways to fall into water savings

With the changing seasons comes a change in your landscape’s watering needs. Here are some quick tips to help reduce your outdoor water use this fall.

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Two water towers in a residential setting surrounded by trees with red, orange, fall colored leaves

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

Struggling to make ends meet? Get help with your Portland water utilities bill

Things change. Whether you’ve lost a job or are feeling the pressures of rising costs, we can help. If you or someone you know is struggling to pay the sewer, stormwater, and water bill, please reach out. Many people don't realize they're eligible for one of our financial assistance programs.

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Graphic shows a customer service representative on the phone and reads: Contact us to find out if you qualify for financial assistance.

Bull Run Treatment Projects Update - Oct. 31, 2025

Please read our October 2025 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

Leak or treat? Our Home Water Leak Repair Program can give you the treat of a leak-free home!

When it comes to Halloween frights, you don't need ghosts, goblins, or ghouls to terrify. Home water leaks can be plenty scary. Here's a treat that's better than candy: Our Home Water Leak Repair Program can help Portland homeowners fix leaks for free. And that's no trick.

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Illustration of a concerned person holding a wrench looking at a toilet with a fountain of water shooting up from the bowl

Portland transitions to primary water source, the Bull Run Watershed

Secondary groundwater source provided supplemental water supply during a dry summer

Press release

Concrete dam with lake behind it and surrounded by forest with fall colors on the trees

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

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