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Bull Run Treatment Projects Update - April 2022

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Prepare summer soils with a mulch blanket

With summer just around the corner, it’s time to start getting your garden ready to survive (and thrive!) through hot temperatures. We’re here to help Portlanders reduce outdoor water use while growing the garden of their dreams. Mulch is an important step to making your yard more water efficient.

Blog post


Improved corrosion control facility now online

Most significant treatment change in 24 years makes Bull Run water less corrosive to lead in the plumbing of some homes, buildings.

News article


Happy Earth Day!

Earth Day is recognized on April 22nd around the world as a day to celebrate the environment. It’s the perfect time to think about the ways we appreciate, and benefit from, our planet.

Blog post


Protecting Portland’s primary source of drinking water from 4,430 feet

The Portland Water Bureau looks to renew its successful partnership with the US Forest Service to strengthen fire protection in the Bull Run Watershed.

Blog post


Work Zone Ahead: As construction seasons kicks into high gear, City of Portland urges travelers to use caution to save lives and prevent injuries to essential workers

A message about work zone safety from Portland's Water, Transportation and Environmental Services Bureaus.

Press release


Please welcome our new Customer Services Director, Quisha Light

The Portland Water Bureau is pleased to announce the hiring of Quisha Light, who will oversee our customer service operations.

News article


Engineering & Technical Standards Administrative Rule Public Comment Period

Providing clarity, transparency, and guidance for work around Portland Water Bureau assets.

Public notice


Willamette River Crossing Project Update - April 2022

News article