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@PortlandWater received results from ongoing monitoring for Cryptosporidium. Since 2017, the Portland Water Bureau has detected Cryptosporidium from routine monitoring. Periodic low level Cryptosporidium detections may continue.
ALT October 23, 2026: Cryptosporidium Monitoring Update In the 50 liters sampled daily on October 18 and October 20, 2026, one Cryptosporidium oocyst was detected in the 50 liters collected on October 18. Cryptosporidium was not detected on October 20. Prior to this detection, Cryptosporidium was last detected from the Bull Run drinking water source on May 10, 2026.
Consultation with public health officials has concluded that customers do not need to take any additional precautions at this time.
People who are severely immune-compromised—such as people who have had an organ transplant, HIV/AIDS, or cancer treatment—should consult with their health care providers about the safety of drinking tap water. Read the update at: bit.ly/47zBzlo
SE 17th Ave is reopen to traffic after a leak was discovered yesterday afternoon. Crews worked to locate what turned out to be a quarter inch crack in an 8-inch cast iron water main. The main was successfully repaired with a full circle repair clamp. Thanks for your patience, and to the crews who worked into the evening to make the repair.
Portland Water Bureau crews are responding to a potential main break on Southeast 17th Avenue and Southeast Center Street to make emergency repairs. While we assess the site and make repairs, Southeast 17th Avenue will be closed to Northbound traffic. Drivers are advised to avoid the area. Stay tuned for updates here.
Hot weather is back again. To help you cool down, we've set up temporary cooling stations in
@portlandparks
. Visit one to fill up your reusable bottles and enjoy a refreshing mist:
Northeast/North Portland:
-Wilshire Park: 3550 NE Skidmore St
-Normandale Park: 1260 NE 57th Ave
-Holladay Park: 1198 NE Multnomah St
-Glenhaven Park: 8000 NE Siskiyou St
-Mckenna Park: 6211 N Princeton
-Knott Park: 2505 NE 117th Ave
-Argay Park: 3898 NE 141st Ave
Southeast Portland:
-Floyd Light Park/Rose Petal Fountain: 10620 SE Stark St
-Lynchwood Park: 17301 SE Haig St
-Lents Park: 4603 SE 92nd Ave
-Mt Scott Community Center: 5527 SE 72nd Ave
-Harney Park: 8498 SE 67th Ave
-Powell Park: 2500 SE Powell Blvd
-Woodstock Park: 4701 SE 47th Ave
The stations are active 24/7 starting today, Sunday, June 21. Check on your neighbors. Learn about heat illness and find cooling spaces near you, such as libraries, community centers, and more, at multco.us/hot. Information about cooling resources is available in nine languages at portland.gov/hot
We’re in for a hot few days. To help you cool down, we've set up temporary cooling stations in @portlandparks. Visit one to fill up your reusable bottles and enjoy a refreshing mist:
Northeast/North Portland:
-Wilshire Park: 3550 NE Skidmore St
-Normandale Park: 1260 NE 57th Ave
-Holladay Park: 1198 NE Multnomah St
-Glenhaven Park: 8000 NE Siskiyou St
-Mckenna Park: 6211 N Princeton
-Knott Park: 2505 NE 117th Ave
-Argay Park: 3898 NE 141st Ave
Southeast Portland:
-Floyd Light Park/Rose Petal Fountain: 10620 SE Stark St
-Lynchwood Park: 17301 SE Haig St
-Lents Park: 4603 SE 92nd Ave
-Mt Scott Community Center: 5527 SE 72nd Ave
-Harney Park: 8498 SE 67th Ave
-Powell Park: 2500 SE Powell Blvd
-Woodstock Park: 4701 SE 47th Ave
The stations are active 24/7 starting today, Friday, June 12.
Check on your neighbors. Learn about heat illness and find cooling spaces near you, such as libraries, community centers, and more, at multco.us/hot. Information about cooling resources is available in nine languages at portland.gov/hot
When Memorial Day traffic exacerbated a water leak on Powell Blvd, Portland Water Bureau crews leapt into action—coordinating street closures with @CityofGresham , excavating one of the largest pipes in our system, making a repair, and refilling the street so that traffic could resume before the next morning. All in less than 24hours. Thanks for working into the early hours of the day for Portland, team! Read more: bit.ly/49r5opx
Traffic advisory: Powell Blvd (Highway 26) is closed to eastbound traffic in the Gresham area, between Powell Loop (east of SE 182nd/Highland) and Eastman Parkway to allow crews to investigate a water leak. #pdxtraffic
Update, May 26, 5:00 p.m.: Crews have excavated the area and stopped the active leaking. More work is needed to fully address the source of the leak. The road will remain closed while crews continue working on repairs.
ALT Three Water Bureau employees help guide shoring protection being lowered by a backhoe into an area excavated in a roadway
ALT A Water Bureau employee stands in a muddy hole guiding tubing into the water pooled at the bottom
Update, May 27, 9:00 a.m.: Powell Blvd is now reopen to normal traffic. Water crews worked through the night until the early hours of this morning to repair the water leak and restore the street. Mission accomplished!
#pdxtraffic
@PortlandWater received results from ongoing monitoring for Cryptosporidium. Since 2017, the Portland Water Bureau has detected Cryptosporidium from routine monitoring. Periodic low level Cryptosporidium detections may continue.
People who are severely immune-compromised—such as people who have had an organ transplant, HIV/AIDS, or cancer treatment—should consult with their health care providers about the safety of drinking tap water. Read the update at: bit.ly/4uLwdwH
Consultation with public health officials has concluded that customers do not need to take any additional precautions at this time.
Someone is stealing water meter lids from the #Sellwood area. Meter lids are owned by the City, which means they are owned by all Portlanders. Help us protect our shared infrastructure. Be our eyes and ears: if you see something, say something.
If you see a meter box with a missing lid, report it to customer service at 503-823-7770 or [email protected].
If you see a theft in progress or have information about the thefts, call Water Bureau security at 503-823-6084. Do not confront the thief.
Meter lids play an important role in our water system. Water meters are the point where your home or building connects to our drinking water system. Meter lids protect meters and these connections from the environment or accidental damage. Without lids, meter boxes are a safety risk that could cause people to trip or fall.