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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

Portland Water Bureau to Begin Groundwater Augmentation

On Thursday, August 24, the Portland Water Bureau will begin adding groundwater from the Columbia South Shore Well Field to augment Portland’s main drinking water source, the Bull Run Watershed.

August 23, 2023 12:02 pm Press release

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.

August 15, 2023 12:12 pm Blog post

Bull Run Treatment Projects Update - August 2023

Please read our August 2023 Bull Run Treatment Project Update.

August 8, 2023 5:00 pm Newsletter

Filtration Neighbor Update - July 21, 2023

July 13, 2023 5:00 pm Newsletter

Three ways to stop being 'irrigated' by water waste

Celebrate Smart Irrigation Month this July by using smart, water-efficient technologies that help save money and reduce water waste.

July 13, 2023 2:56 pm Blog post

Bull Run Treatment Projects Update - Summer 2023

Please read our summer 2023 Bull Run Treatment Project Update.

July 7, 2023 5:00 pm Newsletter

Bull Run Treatment Projects at Portland City Council Meeting June 28, 2023

Updated June 30, 2023 8:00 am Public notice

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

Filtration Neighbor Update - June 7, 2023

June 7, 2023 5:00 pm Newsletter

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

Bull Run Treatment Projects Update - May 2023

Please read our May 2023 Bull Run Treatment Project Update.

May 31, 2023 5:00 pm Newsletter

Spring is here. Keep your meter clear.

Water meter readers walk far and near,
to read each meter four times a year.
If your meter's blocked, they'll have to reappear.
So help them out and keep your meter clear!

May 4, 2023 10:34 am Blog post

Bull Run Treatment Projects Update - Spring 2023

Please read our Spring 2023 Bull Run Treatment Project Update.

May 2, 2023 5:00 pm Newsletter

Filtration Neighbor Update - April 21, 2023

April 21, 2023 5:00 pm Newsletter

Bull Run Treatment Projects Update - March 2023

Please read our March 2023 Bull Run Treatment Project Update.

March 31, 2023 5:00 pm Newsletter

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 20-26) to track down household leaks that waste more than ONE TRILLION gallons of water nationwide each year.

March 22, 2023 9:00 am Blog post

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 20-26) to track down household leaks that waste more than ONE TRILLION gallons of water nationwide each year.

March 20, 2023 11:27 am Blog post