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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.
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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.
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Bull Run Treatment Projects Activity Update - June 7, 2024
Please read the June 7, 2024 Bull Run Treatment Project Construction Activity Update.
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Bull Run Treatment Projects Activity Update - June 3, 2024
Please read the June 3, 2024 Bull Run Treatment Project Construction Activity Update.
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Bull Run Treatment Projects Update - May 31, 2024
Please read the May 31, 2024 Bull Run Treatment Projects Update.
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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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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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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
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Bull Run Treatment Projects Update - Spring 2024
Please read our Spring 2024 Bull Run Treatment Projects Update.
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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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Investing in our future
This year, after finishing design and getting critical permits, the Water Bureau took the next big step and began construction of the Bull Run Filtration Projects.
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Unusually high bill? You might have a leak.
Leaks are a leading cause of unexpectedly high water bills. If you find a leak, you can request an adjustment (or credit) to your sewer, stormwater, and water bill so you don’t have to pay for the increased water use.
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Three tips for “March Madness” season
Your water meter deserves some TLC this March Madness season. Here are three tips everyone should follow as you tend to your yard this spring.
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Out of this world! Using space to find water leaks in Portland
What do Mars, water leaks, and Portland have in common? This Fix a Leak Week, learn how we're using satellites to find leaks and save money and water.
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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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How to catch a running toilet
Toilet leaks are the most common household leaks. There’s no better time than Fix a Leak Week (March 18-24) to track down household leaks that waste more than ONE TRILLION gallons of water nationwide each year.
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Don't flush your money down the toilet
Leaks can waste a lot of water and money. There’s no better time than Fix-a-Leak Week (March 18-24) to track down household leaks that waste more than ONE TRILLION gallons of water nationwide each year.
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Bull Run Treatment Projects Activity Update - March 12, 2024
Please read the March 12, 2024 Bull Run Treatment Project Construction Activity Update.
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Bull Run Treatment Projects Activity Update - March 8, 2024
Please read the March 8, 2024 Bull Run Treatment Project Construction Activity Update.
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