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Got burst pipes? Apply for a credit on your sewer, stormwater, and water bill.

If you had frozen pipes burst or leak during the January 2024 winter weather event, 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.

February 2, 2024 9:38 am News article

Portland Water Bureau treatment investments significantly improve lead levels in water

Improved drinking water treatment benefits all, especially people in homes with lead plumbing.

January 25, 2024 10:08 am News article

What to do if water pipes freeze, leak, or burst as temperatures rise

Frozen pipes are more likely to burst as temperatures begin to thaw. Learn what to do if your pipes burst or begin to leak. You may be able to receive leak repair assistance or request a bill adjustment.

Updated January 19, 2024 9:30 am News article

It's cold: Protect your pipes to protect your property and keep the water on.

Take steps now to protect your plumbing from the winter weather.

Updated January 15, 2024 11:45 pm News article

Seeing yellow or green-tinted drinking water? It is natural color from the forest.

Residents around the Portland-area may be seeing a slight, yellow or green color in the water. This color is a lingering result of the heavy rains in early December. This is a harmless discoloration from fine organic matter from the Bull Run Watershed.

Updated December 21, 2023 10:51 am News article

Mount Tabor Reservoir 6 stabilization repairs underway

Repairing current voids will allow Mount Tabor Reservoir 6 to be refilled with water later this winter.

December 11, 2023 2:56 pm News article

Prevent unwanted water use

You can prevent unwanted water use by securing your outdoor spigots.

December 11, 2023 1:15 pm News article

Portland Water Bureau head engineer honored with DJC Women of Vision award

Portland Water Bureau Chief Engineer Jodie Inman, P.E., was among honorees at Thursday’s Daily Journal of Commerce (DJC) Women of Vision ceremony. Photo courtesy of Daily Journal of Commerce.

November 2, 2023 11:07 am News article

Portland Water Bureau monitoring spread of Camp Creek Fire. Portland’s drinking water remains safe.

September 12, 2023 update on the Camp Creek Fire.

September 12, 2023 2:05 pm News article

Portland Water Bureau monitoring spread of Camp Creek Fire. Portland’s drinking water remains safe.

September 7, 2023 update on the Camp Creek Fire.

September 7, 2023 2:35 pm News article

Portland Water Bureau monitoring spread of Camp Creek Fire. Portland’s drinking water remains safe.

September 5, 2023 update on the Camp Creek Fire.

September 5, 2023 1:10 pm News article

Portland Water Bureau monitoring spread of Camp Creek Fire. Portland’s drinking water remains safe.

August 31, 2023 update on the Camp Creek Fire.

August 31, 2023 4:00 pm News article

Portland Water Bureau monitoring spread of Camp Creek Fire. Portland’s drinking water remains safe.

August 30, 2023 update on the Camp Creek Fire.

August 30, 2023 3:00 pm News article

Portland Water Bureau monitoring spread of Camp Creek Fire. Portland’s drinking water remains safe.

August 29, 2023 update on the Camp Creek Fire.

August 29, 2023 3:00 pm News article

Portland Water Bureau monitoring spread of Camp Creek Fire. Portland’s drinking water remains safe.

August 28, 2023 update on the Camp Creek Fire.

August 28, 2023 7:00 pm News article

Portland Water Bureau monitoring spread of Camp Creek Fire. Portland’s drinking water remains safe.

August 27, 2023 update on the Camp Creek Fire.

August 27, 2023 5:15 pm News article

Portland Water Bureau monitoring spread of Camp Creek Fire. Portland’s Drinking Water Remains Safe

August 26, 2023 Update on the Camp Creek Fire.

August 26, 2023 6:45 pm News article

Portland Water Bureau monitoring fire in Bull Run Watershed. Portland’s Drinking Water Remains Safe.

August 25, 2023 1:32 pm News article

Emergency water system repairs require weekend traffic closures on NE Prescott Street

Drivers should consider alternate routes and expect delays, especially during the Portland Sunday Parkways event on Sunday, June 25th.

June 22, 2023 6:12 pm News article

Portland’s 2023 Drinking Water Quality Report is ready for your review. Here’s why you should care.

Every year, the Portland Water Bureau issues the Drinking Water Quality Report to explain what’s in your water and what we do to keep it safe and flowing to your tap.

June 1, 2023 9:00 am News article