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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.

December 3, 2021 9:34 am News article

Elevated Lead Levels in Some Homes Underscore Need for the New Corrosion Control Facility Coming in Spring 2022

For more information, contact Public Information at 503-823-8064.

November 29, 2021 9:50 am News article

Willamette River Crossing Project Update - Online Open House

November 20, 2021 1:28 pm 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.

November 18, 2021 10:27 am News article

Portland returns to Bull Run Water in less than 36 hours

Groundwater system, skilled staff prevent water service disruption

November 17, 2021 11:36 am News article

Portland Water Bureau Transitions to Groundwater as Result of Storm Damage

The water remains safe to drink. The Portland Water Bureau operates a resilient water system, with two excellent supplies of water. Because of heavy rain in the Bull Run Watershed, we have switched to using our groundwater system.

November 15, 2021 2:49 pm News article

Willamette River Crossing Project Update - October 2021

October 28, 2021 1:28 pm 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.

October 22, 2021 9:37 am News article

Save up to $3,000 on a new ice machine for your business

Does your business use a water-cooled ice machine? If so, the Portland Water Bureau offers a rebate that pays 50% of the cost (up to $3,000) for replacing a water-cooled ice machine with an approved new ENERGY STAR-certified air-cooled model.

October 6, 2021 2:16 pm News article

Fall colors, green lawns

Even though it’s autumn and the rain has started to fall, it’s still a great time to think about your daily water consumption. Here are a few tips to keep your landscape resilient and efficient this season.

October 6, 2021 2:02 pm News article

Brown lawns, clear skies: How Portland manages water in dry times

For Portlanders, conserving natural resources like water is part of our culture. Even though Portland is not facing a water shortage, drought is a growing concern around Oregon and the West, so it’s important to always protect our resources. 

September 2, 2021 3:39 pm News article

Washington Park Reservoir Improvement Project - August 2021 Update

August 8, 2021 9:52 am 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.

July 30, 2021 9:55 am News article

Portland Water Bureau Resumes Normal Operations As Chlorine Shortage Resolves

After a shortage threatened reliable shipments of chlorine to the West Coast and other parts of the country, the Portland Water Bureau has resumed normal operations. 

July 6, 2021 2:07 pm News article

Washington Park Reservoir Improvement Project - June 2021 Update

June 28, 2021 9:52 am 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.

June 10, 2021 12:23 pm News article

Gresham Trestle Upgrade Project Update - June 2021

June 1, 2021 1:28 pm News article

SE Lambert and 19th Avenue Water Main Replacement - May 2021

May 18, 2021 1:28 pm News article

Washington Park Reservoir Improvement Project - April 2021 Update

April 19, 2021 9:52 am News article

Prevent Unwanted Water Use

Updated March 19, 2021 4:00 pm News article