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UPDATE: Portland Water Bureau Returns To Primary Water Source, The Bull Run Watershed: The Bull Run Supply Was Temporarily Augmented With Groundwater To Ensure Ample Supply During Conduit Repair. - 05/08/26

For more information, contact PWB Communications Manager Felicia Heaton, 971-940-8933.

 

Today, the Portland Water Bureau is returning to 100 percent Bull Run water. A leak on a supply conduit in the Bull Run Watershed required us to supplement the Bull Run supply with groundwater from the Columbia South Shore Well Field. The conduit has been repaired and returned to service, enabling us to fully return to serving water from the Bull Run.

 

Water Operations Director Kimberly Gupta praised the crews who rapidly responded to identify the cause of the leak and repair it in less than 36 hours.

 

“They do this kind of work year-around in the middle of the forest, in the middle of the street, in the middle of the night. Next time you reach for a glass of Portland water, make sure to toast the crews who rapidly respond to keep our system running strong.”

 

It can take up to two weeks for customers to receive 100 percent Bull Run water at their taps, depending on their location.

 

Customers with questions should contact the Water Quality Line at 503-823-7525.

About the Portland Water Bureau

The Portland Water Bureau serves water to approximately 900,000 people in the Portland area. Portland’s water system includes two water sources, 54 tanks and reservoirs, and 2,250 miles of pipe. With nearly 600 employees working on everything from water treatment to customer service, the Water Bureau is committed to serving excellent water every minute of every day. 

About the Public Works Service Area

The Public Works Service Area keeps Portland running by managing the city’s water, sewer, stormwater, parks and transportation systems. It includes the Bureau of Environmental Services, the Portland Bureau of Transportation, Portland Parks & Recreation, and the Portland Water Bureau. Public Works ensures reliable infrastructure, invests in sustainability, and supports essential services that enhance daily life for Portlanders.

 

The City of Portland ensures meaningful access to City programs, services, and activities to comply with Civil Rights Title VI and ADA Title II laws and reasonably provides: translation, interpretation, modifications, accommodations, alternative formats, auxiliary aids and services. To request these services, or to file a complaint of discrimination, contact 503-823-4000 (311), Relay Service & TTY: 711, or 503-823-8064. Visit Portland Water Bureau’s Disability and Language Access page for more information.

 

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UPDATE: Portland Water Bureau Returns To Primary Water Source, The Bull Run Watershed: The Bull Run Supply Was Temporarily Augmented With Groundwater To Ensure Ample Supply During Conduit Repair. - 05/08/26

For more information, contact PWB Communications Manager Felicia Heaton, 971-940-8933.

 

Today, the Portland Water Bureau is returning to 100 percent Bull Run water. A leak on a supply conduit in the Bull Run Watershed required us to supplement the Bull Run supply with groundwater from the Columbia South Shore Well Field. The conduit has been repaired and returned to service, enabling us to fully return to serving water from the Bull Run.

 

Water Operations Director Kimberly Gupta praised the crews who rapidly responded to identify the cause of the leak and repair it in less than 36 hours.

 

“They do this kind of work year-around in the middle of the forest, in the middle of the street, in the middle of the night. Next time you reach for a glass of Portland water, make sure to toast the crews who rapidly respond to keep our system running strong.”

 

It can take up to two weeks for customers to receive 100 percent Bull Run water at their taps, depending on their location.

 

Customers with questions should contact the Water Quality Line at 503-823-7525.

About the Portland Water Bureau

The Portland Water Bureau serves water to approximately 900,000 people in the Portland area. Portland’s water system includes two water sources, 54 tanks and reservoirs, and 2,250 miles of pipe. With nearly 600 employees working on everything from water treatment to customer service, the Water Bureau is committed to serving excellent water every minute of every day. 

About the Public Works Service Area

The Public Works Service Area keeps Portland running by managing the city’s water, sewer, stormwater, parks and transportation systems. It includes the Bureau of Environmental Services, the Portland Bureau of Transportation, Portland Parks & Recreation, and the Portland Water Bureau. Public Works ensures reliable infrastructure, invests in sustainability, and supports essential services that enhance daily life for Portlanders.

 

The City of Portland ensures meaningful access to City programs, services, and activities to comply with Civil Rights Title VI and ADA Title II laws and reasonably provides: translation, interpretation, modifications, accommodations, alternative formats, auxiliary aids and services. To request these services, or to file a complaint of discrimination, contact 503-823-4000 (311), Relay Service & TTY: 711, or 503-823-8064. Visit Portland Water Bureau’s Disability and Language Access page for more information.

 

503-823-4000 Translation and Interpretation 

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Portland Water Bureau Activates Groundwater System: Groundwater Will Be Used To Ensure Ample Supply Of Drinking Water During Conduit Repair. - 05/06/26

For more information, contact PWB Communications Manager Felicia Heaton, 971-940-8933.

 

Today, the Portland Water Bureau discovered a leak on one of the supply conduits that delivers water from the Bull Run supply to Portland. As a result, the Portland Water Bureau is activating the Columbia South Shore Well Field to supplement the Bull Run supply with groundwater so the conduit can be safely taken off-line and repaired.

 

No action is needed by the public. The community's water supply remains safe to drink. 

 

Portland Public Utilities Director Dr. Ting Lu noted that the Columbia South Shore Well Field is performing exactly as intended: acting as a reliable backup to meet our community's drinking water needs.

 

“Our water system is designed for resilience,” said Director Lu. “Having two high-quality drinking water sources, the Bull Run Watershed and our groundwater system, ensures we can respond rapidly to maintain a safe, reliable water supply for our community.”

 

Operations Manager Kimberly Gupta expressed gratitude to the dedicated Water Bureau staff who respond around the clock to keep the water system working.

 

"Getting water to flow from a faucet seems simple, but it takes the hard work of engineers, construction crews, customer service staff, certified operators and more to continually deliver safe water."

 

About the Columbia South Shore Well Field

 

The Columbia South Shore Well Field is a robust secondary drinking water source that supplements our Bull Run supply. It can be used to augment water from the Bull Run during hot, dry summers and can be served when Bull Run water is unavailable for other reasons, such as a storm, flood, fire or unexpected impacts to infrastructure. Together, our two water sources improve the reliability of our water system and ensure that we can deliver excellent water every minute of every day.

 

Groundwater from the Columbia South Shore Well Field meets or surpasses all federal and state drinking water quality standards. The well field produces high-quality drinking water from protected aquifers deep below the ground.

 

Depending on a household's location, it can take up to two weeks for the groundwater blend to move through the distribution system and reach all customers’ taps. The Water Bureau will operate the groundwater system until repairs on the supply conduit are complete. and will notify the public when the system returns to 100 percent Bull Run water.

 

Customers with questions should contact the Water Quality Line at 503-823-7525.

 

About the Portland Water Bureau

 

The Portland Water Bureau serves water to approximately 900,000 people in the Portland area. Portland’s water system includes two water sources, 54 tanks and reservoirs, and 2,250 miles of pipe. With nearly 600 employees working on everything from water treatment to customer service, the Water Bureau is committed to serving excellent water every minute of every day. 

 

About the Public Works Service Area

 

The Public Works Service Area keeps Portland running by managing the city’s water, sewer, stormwater, parks and transportation systems. It includes the Bureau of Environmental Services, the Portland Bureau of Transportation, Portland Parks & Recreation, and the Portland Water Bureau. Public Works ensures reliable infrastructure, invests in sustainability, and supports essential services that enhance daily life for Portlanders.

 

 

The City of Portland ensures meaningful access to City programs, services, and activities to comply with Civil Rights Title VI and ADA Title II laws and reasonably provides: translation, interpretation, modifications, accommodations, alternative formats, auxiliary aids and services. To request these services, or to file a complaint of discrimination, contact 503-823-4000 (311), Relay Service & TTY: 711, or 503-823-8064. Visit Portland Water Bureau’s Disability and Language Access page for more information.

 

503-823-4000 Translation and Interpretation 

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Portland Water Bureau Activates Groundwater System: Groundwater Will Be Used To Ensure Ample Supply Of Drinking Water During Conduit Repair. - 05/06/26

For more information, contact PWB Communications Manager Felicia Heaton, 971-940-8933.

 

Today, the Portland Water Bureau discovered a leak on one of the supply conduits that delivers water from the Bull Run supply to Portland. As a result, the Portland Water Bureau is activating the Columbia South Shore Well Field to supplement the Bull Run supply with groundwater so the conduit can be safely taken off-line and repaired.

 

No action is needed by the public. The community's water supply remains safe to drink. 

 

Portland Public Utilities Director Dr. Ting Lu noted that the Columbia South Shore Well Field is performing exactly as intended: acting as a reliable backup to meet our community's drinking water needs.

 

“Our water system is designed for resilience,” said Director Lu. “Having two high-quality drinking water sources, the Bull Run Watershed and our groundwater system, ensures we can respond rapidly to maintain a safe, reliable water supply for our community.”

 

Operations Manager Kimberly Gupta expressed gratitude to the dedicated Water Bureau staff who respond around the clock to keep the water system working.

 

"Getting water to flow from a faucet seems simple, but it takes the hard work of engineers, construction crews, customer service staff, certified operators and more to continually deliver safe water."

 

About the Columbia South Shore Well Field

 

The Columbia South Shore Well Field is a robust secondary drinking water source that supplements our Bull Run supply. It can be used to augment water from the Bull Run during hot, dry summers and can be served when Bull Run water is unavailable for other reasons, such as a storm, flood, fire or unexpected impacts to infrastructure. Together, our two water sources improve the reliability of our water system and ensure that we can deliver excellent water every minute of every day.

 

Groundwater from the Columbia South Shore Well Field meets or surpasses all federal and state drinking water quality standards. The well field produces high-quality drinking water from protected aquifers deep below the ground.

 

Depending on a household's location, it can take up to two weeks for the groundwater blend to move through the distribution system and reach all customers’ taps. The Water Bureau will operate the groundwater system until repairs on the supply conduit are complete. and will notify the public when the system returns to 100 percent Bull Run water.

 

Customers with questions should contact the Water Quality Line at 503-823-7525.

 

About the Portland Water Bureau

 

The Portland Water Bureau serves water to approximately 900,000 people in the Portland area. Portland’s water system includes two water sources, 54 tanks and reservoirs, and 2,250 miles of pipe. With nearly 600 employees working on everything from water treatment to customer service, the Water Bureau is committed to serving excellent water every minute of every day. 

 

About the Public Works Service Area

 

The Public Works Service Area keeps Portland running by managing the city’s water, sewer, stormwater, parks and transportation systems. It includes the Bureau of Environmental Services, the Portland Bureau of Transportation, Portland Parks & Recreation, and the Portland Water Bureau. Public Works ensures reliable infrastructure, invests in sustainability, and supports essential services that enhance daily life for Portlanders.

 

 

The City of Portland ensures meaningful access to City programs, services, and activities to comply with Civil Rights Title VI and ADA Title II laws and reasonably provides: translation, interpretation, modifications, accommodations, alternative formats, auxiliary aids and services. To request these services, or to file a complaint of discrimination, contact 503-823-4000 (311), Relay Service & TTY: 711, or 503-823-8064. Visit Portland Water Bureau’s Disability and Language Access page for more information.

 

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Street Closes To Prevent Further Vehicle Damage To The Thompson Elk Fountain After Minor Truck Collision (Photo) - 05/04/26

Southwest Main Street closed to driving traffic between Southwest 3rd Avenue and Southwest 4th Avenue

 

PORTLAND, OR – Beginning Monday, May 4, crews with the Portland Water Bureau are closing Southwest Main Street between Southwest 3rd and 4th avenues. The closure will allow crews to assess minor damage to the Thompson Elk Fountain that was caused by a vehicle collision last week.

 

A truck trailer struck the corner of the fountain basin’s south trough on April 27. Stone was chipped and surface oil staining occurred where the trailer collided. The fountain remains structurally intact and sound.

 

The City is advising drivers to avoid the area. Southwest Main Street between 3rd and 4th avenues will temporarily close beginning today. Drivers should use caution while driving in the area. Keep your distance from crews and slow down when traveling through work zones. The bike lane along Southwest Main Street will remain open during the repair.

 

Travelers can stay informed by visiting portland.gov/water/thompsonelk.

About the Portland Water Bureau

The Portland Water Bureau serves water to almost a million people in the Portland area. Portland’s water system includes two great water sources, 54 tanks and reservoirs, and 2,250 miles of pipe. With 600 employees working on everything from water treatment to customer service, the Water Bureau is committed to serving excellent water every minute of every day. 

About the Public Works Service Area

The Public Works Service Area keeps Portland running by managing the city’s water, sewer, stormwater, parks and transportation systems. It includes the Bureau of Environmental Services, the Portland Bureau of Transportation, Portland Parks & Recreation, and the Portland Water Bureau. Public Works ensures reliable infrastructure, invests in sustainability, and supports essential services that enhance daily life for Portlanders.

 

The City of Portland ensures meaningful access to City programs, services, and activities to comply with Civil Rights Title VI and ADA Title II laws and reasonably provides: translation, interpretation, modifications, accommodations, alternative formats, auxiliary aids and services. To request these services, or to file a complaint of discrimination, contact 503-823-4000 (311), Relay Service & TTY: 711, or 503-823-8064. Visit Portland Water Bureau’s Disability and Language Access page for more information.

 

503-823-4000 Translation and Interpretation 

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Attached Media Files: Photo showing close up of chip in fountain, Minor damage to the Thompson Elk fountain basin,

Street Closes To Prevent Further Vehicle Damage To The Thompson Elk Fountain After Minor Truck Collision (Photo) - 05/04/26

Southwest Main Street closed to driving traffic between Southwest 3rd Avenue and Southwest 4th Avenue

 

PORTLAND, OR – Beginning Monday, May 4, crews with the Portland Water Bureau are closing Southwest Main Street between Southwest 3rd and 4th avenues. The closure will allow crews to assess minor damage to the Thompson Elk Fountain that was caused by a vehicle collision last week.

 

A truck trailer struck the corner of the fountain basin’s south trough on April 27. Stone was chipped and surface oil staining occurred where the trailer collided. The fountain remains structurally intact and sound.

 

The City is advising drivers to avoid the area. Southwest Main Street between 3rd and 4th avenues will temporarily close beginning today. Drivers should use caution while driving in the area. Keep your distance from crews and slow down when traveling through work zones. The bike lane along Southwest Main Street will remain open during the repair.

 

Travelers can stay informed by visiting portland.gov/water/thompsonelk.

About the Portland Water Bureau

The Portland Water Bureau serves water to almost a million people in the Portland area. Portland’s water system includes two great water sources, 54 tanks and reservoirs, and 2,250 miles of pipe. With 600 employees working on everything from water treatment to customer service, the Water Bureau is committed to serving excellent water every minute of every day. 

About the Public Works Service Area

The Public Works Service Area keeps Portland running by managing the city’s water, sewer, stormwater, parks and transportation systems. It includes the Bureau of Environmental Services, the Portland Bureau of Transportation, Portland Parks & Recreation, and the Portland Water Bureau. Public Works ensures reliable infrastructure, invests in sustainability, and supports essential services that enhance daily life for Portlanders.

 

The City of Portland ensures meaningful access to City programs, services, and activities to comply with Civil Rights Title VI and ADA Title II laws and reasonably provides: translation, interpretation, modifications, accommodations, alternative formats, auxiliary aids and services. To request these services, or to file a complaint of discrimination, contact 503-823-4000 (311), Relay Service & TTY: 711, or 503-823-8064. Visit Portland Water Bureau’s Disability and Language Access page for more information.

 

503-823-4000 Translation and Interpretation 

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Attached Media Files: Photo showing close up of chip in fountain, Minor damage to the Thompson Elk fountain basin,

Cryptosporidium Monitoring Update: Detections From Routine Monitoring In The Bull Run. Customers Do Not Need To Take Any Additional Precautions At This Time. - 05/01/26

Since 2017, the Portland Water Bureau has detected low levels of Cryptosporidium from routine monitoring of source water. The Portland Water Bureau received results from ongoing monitoring from the Bull Run Watershed intake for Cryptosporidium, a potentially disease-causing microorganism. In the 50 liters sampled each day from April 26 to April 29, 2026, two Cryptosporidium oocysts were detected in the sample collected on April 27. Cryptosporidium was not detected in the samples collected on April 26, April 28 or April 29. Prior to this detection, Cryptosporidium was last detected from the Bull Run drinking water source on April 20, 2026.

 

The Bull Run watershed is Portland’s primary source of drinking water. The Portland Water Bureau does not currently treat for Cryptosporidium, but is required to do so under drinking water regulations. Portland is working to install filtration by September 30, 2027 under a compliance schedule with the Oregon Health Authority. In the meantime, Portland Water Bureau is implementing interim measures such as watershed protection and additional monitoring to protect public health. Consultation with public health officials has concluded that at this time, customers do not need to take any additional precautions.

 

Exposure to Cryptosporidium can cause cryptosporidiosis, a serious illness. Symptoms can include diarrhea, vomiting, fever and stomach pain. People with healthy immune systems recover without medical treatment. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), people with severely weakened immune systems are at risk for more serious disease. Symptoms may be more severe and could lead to serious or life-threatening illness. Examples of people with weakened immune systems include those with AIDS, those with inherited diseases that affect the immune system, and cancer and transplant patients who are taking certain immunosuppressive drugs.

 

The Environmental Protection Agency advises that customers who are immunocompromised and receive their drinking water from the Bull Run Watershed consult with their healthcare professional about the safety of drinking the tap water. The Portland Water Bureau and Burlington, City of Gresham, City of Sandy, City of Tualatin, Green Valley, GNR, Hideaway Hills, Lake Grove, Lorna Domestic Water, Lusted, Palatine Hill, Pleasant Home, Raleigh, Rockwood, Skyview Acres, Tualatin Valley, Two Rivers, Valley View and West Slope Water Districts receive all or part of their drinking water supply from Bull Run. To learn if your drinking water comes from Bull Run, please contact your local drinking water provider.

 

The public and the media are encouraged to view all sampling results posted to the City’s website at portland.gov/water/CryptoResults. The bureau will notify the media and public immediately should further test results indicate a risk to public health and precautions are necessary.

 

Customers with questions regarding water quality can call the Water Quality Line at 503-823-7525.

About the Portland Water Bureau

The Portland Water Bureau serves water to almost a million people in the Portland area. Portland’s water system includes two water sources, 54 tanks and reservoirs, and 2,250 miles of pipe. With 600 employees working on everything from water treatment to customer service, the Water Bureau is committed to serving excellent water every minute of every day. 

About the Public Works Service Area

The Public Works Service Area keeps Portland running by managing the city’s water, sewer, stormwater, parks and transportation systems. It includes the Bureau of Environmental Services, the Portland Bureau of Transportation, Portland Parks & Recreation, and the Portland Water Bureau. Public Works ensures reliable infrastructure, invests in sustainability, and supports essential services that enhance daily life for Portlanders.

The City of Portland ensures meaningful access to City programs, services, and activities to comply with Civil Rights Title VI and ADA Title II laws and reasonably provides: translation, interpretation, modifications, accommodations, alternative formats, auxiliary aids and services. To request these services, or to file a complaint of discrimination, contact 503-823-4000 (311), Relay Service & TTY: 711, or 503-823-8064. Visit Portland Water Bureau’s Disability and Language Access page for more information.

 

503-823-4000 Translation and Interpretation 

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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. - 05/01/26

Since 2017, the Portland Water Bureau has detected low levels of Cryptosporidium from routine monitoring of source water. The Portland Water Bureau received results from ongoing monitoring from the Bull Run Watershed intake for Cryptosporidium, a potentially disease-causing microorganism. In the 50 liters sampled each day from April 26 to April 29, 2026, two Cryptosporidium oocysts were detected in the sample collected on April 27. Cryptosporidium was not detected in the samples collected on April 26, April 28 or April 29. Prior to this detection, Cryptosporidium was last detected from the Bull Run drinking water source on April 20, 2026.

 

The Bull Run watershed is Portland’s primary source of drinking water. The Portland Water Bureau does not currently treat for Cryptosporidium, but is required to do so under drinking water regulations. Portland is working to install filtration by September 30, 2027 under a compliance schedule with the Oregon Health Authority. In the meantime, Portland Water Bureau is implementing interim measures such as watershed protection and additional monitoring to protect public health. Consultation with public health officials has concluded that at this time, customers do not need to take any additional precautions.

 

Exposure to Cryptosporidium can cause cryptosporidiosis, a serious illness. Symptoms can include diarrhea, vomiting, fever and stomach pain. People with healthy immune systems recover without medical treatment. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), people with severely weakened immune systems are at risk for more serious disease. Symptoms may be more severe and could lead to serious or life-threatening illness. Examples of people with weakened immune systems include those with AIDS, those with inherited diseases that affect the immune system, and cancer and transplant patients who are taking certain immunosuppressive drugs.

 

The Environmental Protection Agency advises that customers who are immunocompromised and receive their drinking water from the Bull Run Watershed consult with their healthcare professional about the safety of drinking the tap water. The Portland Water Bureau and Burlington, City of Gresham, City of Sandy, City of Tualatin, Green Valley, GNR, Hideaway Hills, Lake Grove, Lorna Domestic Water, Lusted, Palatine Hill, Pleasant Home, Raleigh, Rockwood, Skyview Acres, Tualatin Valley, Two Rivers, Valley View and West Slope Water Districts receive all or part of their drinking water supply from Bull Run. To learn if your drinking water comes from Bull Run, please contact your local drinking water provider.

 

The public and the media are encouraged to view all sampling results posted to the City’s website at portland.gov/water/CryptoResults. The bureau will notify the media and public immediately should further test results indicate a risk to public health and precautions are necessary.

 

Customers with questions regarding water quality can call the Water Quality Line at 503-823-7525.

About the Portland Water Bureau

The Portland Water Bureau serves water to almost a million people in the Portland area. Portland’s water system includes two water sources, 54 tanks and reservoirs, and 2,250 miles of pipe. With 600 employees working on everything from water treatment to customer service, the Water Bureau is committed to serving excellent water every minute of every day. 

About the Public Works Service Area

The Public Works Service Area keeps Portland running by managing the city’s water, sewer, stormwater, parks and transportation systems. It includes the Bureau of Environmental Services, the Portland Bureau of Transportation, Portland Parks & Recreation, and the Portland Water Bureau. Public Works ensures reliable infrastructure, invests in sustainability, and supports essential services that enhance daily life for Portlanders.

The City of Portland ensures meaningful access to City programs, services, and activities to comply with Civil Rights Title VI and ADA Title II laws and reasonably provides: translation, interpretation, modifications, accommodations, alternative formats, auxiliary aids and services. To request these services, or to file a complaint of discrimination, contact 503-823-4000 (311), Relay Service & TTY: 711, or 503-823-8064. Visit Portland Water Bureau’s Disability and Language Access page for more information.

 

503-823-4000 Translation and Interpretation 

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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. - 04/24/26

Since 2017, the Portland Water Bureau has detected low levels of Cryptosporidium from routine monitoring of source water. The Portland Water Bureau received results from ongoing monitoring from the Bull Run Watershed intake for Cryptosporidium, a potentially disease-causing microorganism. In the 50 liters sampled each day from April 19 to April 22, 2026, two Cryptosporidium oocysts were detected in the sample collected on April 20. Cryptosporidium was not detected in the samples collected on April 19, April 21 or April 22. Prior to this detection, Cryptosporidium was last detected from the Bull Run drinking water source on April 13, 2026.

 

The Bull Run watershed is Portland’s primary source of drinking water. The Portland Water Bureau does not currently treat for Cryptosporidium, but is required to do so under drinking water regulations. Portland is working to install filtration by September 30, 2027 under a compliance schedule with the Oregon Health Authority. In the meantime, Portland Water Bureau is implementing interim measures such as watershed protection and additional monitoring to protect public health. Consultation with public health officials has concluded that at this time, customers do not need to take any additional precautions.

 

Exposure to Cryptosporidium can cause cryptosporidiosis, a serious illness. Symptoms can include diarrhea, vomiting, fever and stomach pain. People with healthy immune systems recover without medical treatment. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), people with severely weakened immune systems are at risk for more serious disease. Symptoms may be more severe and could lead to serious or life-threatening illness. Examples of people with weakened immune systems include those with AIDS, those with inherited diseases that affect the immune system, and cancer and transplant patients who are taking certain immunosuppressive drugs.

 

The Environmental Protection Agency advises that customers who are immunocompromised and receive their drinking water from the Bull Run Watershed consult with their healthcare professional about the safety of drinking the tap water. The Portland Water Bureau and Burlington, City of Gresham, City of Sandy, City of Tualatin, Green Valley, GNR, Hideaway Hills, Lake Grove, Lorna Domestic Water, Lusted, Palatine Hill, Pleasant Home, Raleigh, Rockwood, Skyview Acres, Tualatin Valley, Two Rivers, Valley View and West Slope Water Districts receive all or part of their drinking water supply from Bull Run. To learn if your drinking water comes from Bull Run, please contact your local drinking water provider.

 

The public and the media are encouraged to view all sampling results posted to the City’s website at portland.gov/water/CryptoResults. The bureau will notify the media and public immediately should further test results indicate a risk to public health and precautions are necessary.

 

Customers with questions regarding water quality can call the Water Quality Line at 503-823-7525.

About the Portland Water Bureau

The Portland Water Bureau serves water to almost a million people in the Portland area. Portland’s water system includes two water sources, 54 tanks and reservoirs, and 2,250 miles of pipe. With 600 employees working on everything from water treatment to customer service, the Water Bureau is committed to serving excellent water every minute of every day. 

About the Public Works Service Area

The Public Works Service Area keeps Portland running by managing the city’s water, sewer, stormwater, parks and transportation systems. It includes the Bureau of Environmental Services, the Portland Bureau of Transportation, Portland Parks & Recreation, and the Portland Water Bureau. Public Works ensures reliable infrastructure, invests in sustainability, and supports essential services that enhance daily life for Portlanders.

The City of Portland ensures meaningful access to City programs, services, and activities to comply with Civil Rights Title VI and ADA Title II laws and reasonably provides: translation, interpretation, modifications, accommodations, alternative formats, auxiliary aids and services. To request these services, or to file a complaint of discrimination, contact 503-823-4000 (311), Relay Service & TTY: 711, or 503-823-8064. Visit Portland Water Bureau’s Disability and Language Access page for more information.

 

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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. - 04/24/26

Since 2017, the Portland Water Bureau has detected low levels of Cryptosporidium from routine monitoring of source water. The Portland Water Bureau received results from ongoing monitoring from the Bull Run Watershed intake for Cryptosporidium, a potentially disease-causing microorganism. In the 50 liters sampled each day from April 19 to April 22, 2026, two Cryptosporidium oocysts were detected in the sample collected on April 20. Cryptosporidium was not detected in the samples collected on April 19, April 21 or April 22. Prior to this detection, Cryptosporidium was last detected from the Bull Run drinking water source on April 13, 2026.

 

The Bull Run watershed is Portland’s primary source of drinking water. The Portland Water Bureau does not currently treat for Cryptosporidium, but is required to do so under drinking water regulations. Portland is working to install filtration by September 30, 2027 under a compliance schedule with the Oregon Health Authority. In the meantime, Portland Water Bureau is implementing interim measures such as watershed protection and additional monitoring to protect public health. Consultation with public health officials has concluded that at this time, customers do not need to take any additional precautions.

 

Exposure to Cryptosporidium can cause cryptosporidiosis, a serious illness. Symptoms can include diarrhea, vomiting, fever and stomach pain. People with healthy immune systems recover without medical treatment. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), people with severely weakened immune systems are at risk for more serious disease. Symptoms may be more severe and could lead to serious or life-threatening illness. Examples of people with weakened immune systems include those with AIDS, those with inherited diseases that affect the immune system, and cancer and transplant patients who are taking certain immunosuppressive drugs.

 

The Environmental Protection Agency advises that customers who are immunocompromised and receive their drinking water from the Bull Run Watershed consult with their healthcare professional about the safety of drinking the tap water. The Portland Water Bureau and Burlington, City of Gresham, City of Sandy, City of Tualatin, Green Valley, GNR, Hideaway Hills, Lake Grove, Lorna Domestic Water, Lusted, Palatine Hill, Pleasant Home, Raleigh, Rockwood, Skyview Acres, Tualatin Valley, Two Rivers, Valley View and West Slope Water Districts receive all or part of their drinking water supply from Bull Run. To learn if your drinking water comes from Bull Run, please contact your local drinking water provider.

 

The public and the media are encouraged to view all sampling results posted to the City’s website at portland.gov/water/CryptoResults. The bureau will notify the media and public immediately should further test results indicate a risk to public health and precautions are necessary.

 

Customers with questions regarding water quality can call the Water Quality Line at 503-823-7525.

About the Portland Water Bureau

The Portland Water Bureau serves water to almost a million people in the Portland area. Portland’s water system includes two water sources, 54 tanks and reservoirs, and 2,250 miles of pipe. With 600 employees working on everything from water treatment to customer service, the Water Bureau is committed to serving excellent water every minute of every day. 

About the Public Works Service Area

The Public Works Service Area keeps Portland running by managing the city’s water, sewer, stormwater, parks and transportation systems. It includes the Bureau of Environmental Services, the Portland Bureau of Transportation, Portland Parks & Recreation, and the Portland Water Bureau. Public Works ensures reliable infrastructure, invests in sustainability, and supports essential services that enhance daily life for Portlanders.

The City of Portland ensures meaningful access to City programs, services, and activities to comply with Civil Rights Title VI and ADA Title II laws and reasonably provides: translation, interpretation, modifications, accommodations, alternative formats, auxiliary aids and services. To request these services, or to file a complaint of discrimination, contact 503-823-4000 (311), Relay Service & TTY: 711, or 503-823-8064. Visit Portland Water Bureau’s Disability and Language Access page for more information.

 

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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. - 04/17/26

Since 2017, the Portland Water Bureau has detected low levels of Cryptosporidium from routine monitoring of source water. The Portland Water Bureau received results from ongoing monitoring from the Bull Run Watershed intake for Cryptosporidium, a potentially disease-causing microorganism. In the 50 liters sampled each day from April 12 to April 15, 2026, one Cryptosporidium oocyst was detected in the sample collected on April 13. Cryptosporidium was not detected in the samples collected on April 12, April 14 or April 15. Prior to this detection, Cryptosporidium was last detected from the Bull Run drinking water source on April 7, 2026.

 

The Bull Run watershed is Portland’s primary source of drinking water. The Portland Water Bureau does not currently treat for Cryptosporidium, but is required to do so under drinking water regulations. Portland is working to install filtration by September 30, 2027 under a compliance schedule with the Oregon Health Authority. In the meantime, Portland Water Bureau is implementing interim measures such as watershed protection and additional monitoring to protect public health. Consultation with public health officials has concluded that at this time, customers do not need to take any additional precautions.

 

Exposure to Cryptosporidium can cause cryptosporidiosis, a serious illness. Symptoms can include diarrhea, vomiting, fever and stomach pain. People with healthy immune systems recover without medical treatment. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), people with severely weakened immune systems are at risk for more serious disease. Symptoms may be more severe and could lead to serious or life-threatening illness. Examples of people with weakened immune systems include those with AIDS, those with inherited diseases that affect the immune system, and cancer and transplant patients who are taking certain immunosuppressive drugs.

 

The Environmental Protection Agency advises that customers who are immunocompromised and receive their drinking water from the Bull Run Watershed consult with their healthcare professional about the safety of drinking the tap water. The Portland Water Bureau and Burlington, City of Gresham, City of Sandy, City of Tualatin, Green Valley, GNR, Hideaway Hills, Lake Grove, Lorna Domestic Water, Lusted, Palatine Hill, Pleasant Home, Raleigh, Rockwood, Skyview Acres, Tualatin Valley, Two Rivers, Valley View and West Slope Water Districts receive all or part of their drinking water supply from Bull Run. To learn if your drinking water comes from Bull Run, please contact your local drinking water provider.

 

The public and the media are encouraged to view all sampling results posted to the City’s website at portland.gov/water/CryptoResults. The bureau will notify the media and public immediately should further test results indicate a risk to public health and precautions are necessary.

 

Customers with questions regarding water quality can call the Water Quality Line at 503-823-7525.

About the Portland Water Bureau

The Portland Water Bureau serves water to almost a million people in the Portland area. Portland’s water system includes two water sources, 54 tanks and reservoirs, and 2,250 miles of pipe. With 600 employees working on everything from water treatment to customer service, the Water Bureau is committed to serving excellent water every minute of every day. 

About the Public Works Service Area

The Public Works Service Area keeps Portland running by managing the city’s water, sewer, stormwater, parks and transportation systems. It includes the Bureau of Environmental Services, the Portland Bureau of Transportation, Portland Parks & Recreation, and the Portland Water Bureau. Public Works ensures reliable infrastructure, invests in sustainability, and supports essential services that enhance daily life for Portlanders.

The City of Portland ensures meaningful access to City programs, services, and activities to comply with Civil Rights Title VI and ADA Title II laws and reasonably provides: translation, interpretation, modifications, accommodations, alternative formats, auxiliary aids and services. To request these services, or to file a complaint of discrimination, contact 503-823-4000 (311), Relay Service & TTY: 711, or 503-823-8064. Visit Portland Water Bureau’s Disability and Language Access page for more information.

 

503-823-4000 Translation and Interpretation 

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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. - 04/17/26

Since 2017, the Portland Water Bureau has detected low levels of Cryptosporidium from routine monitoring of source water. The Portland Water Bureau received results from ongoing monitoring from the Bull Run Watershed intake for Cryptosporidium, a potentially disease-causing microorganism. In the 50 liters sampled each day from April 12 to April 15, 2026, one Cryptosporidium oocyst was detected in the sample collected on April 13. Cryptosporidium was not detected in the samples collected on April 12, April 14 or April 15. Prior to this detection, Cryptosporidium was last detected from the Bull Run drinking water source on April 7, 2026.

 

The Bull Run watershed is Portland’s primary source of drinking water. The Portland Water Bureau does not currently treat for Cryptosporidium, but is required to do so under drinking water regulations. Portland is working to install filtration by September 30, 2027 under a compliance schedule with the Oregon Health Authority. In the meantime, Portland Water Bureau is implementing interim measures such as watershed protection and additional monitoring to protect public health. Consultation with public health officials has concluded that at this time, customers do not need to take any additional precautions.

 

Exposure to Cryptosporidium can cause cryptosporidiosis, a serious illness. Symptoms can include diarrhea, vomiting, fever and stomach pain. People with healthy immune systems recover without medical treatment. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), people with severely weakened immune systems are at risk for more serious disease. Symptoms may be more severe and could lead to serious or life-threatening illness. Examples of people with weakened immune systems include those with AIDS, those with inherited diseases that affect the immune system, and cancer and transplant patients who are taking certain immunosuppressive drugs.

 

The Environmental Protection Agency advises that customers who are immunocompromised and receive their drinking water from the Bull Run Watershed consult with their healthcare professional about the safety of drinking the tap water. The Portland Water Bureau and Burlington, City of Gresham, City of Sandy, City of Tualatin, Green Valley, GNR, Hideaway Hills, Lake Grove, Lorna Domestic Water, Lusted, Palatine Hill, Pleasant Home, Raleigh, Rockwood, Skyview Acres, Tualatin Valley, Two Rivers, Valley View and West Slope Water Districts receive all or part of their drinking water supply from Bull Run. To learn if your drinking water comes from Bull Run, please contact your local drinking water provider.

 

The public and the media are encouraged to view all sampling results posted to the City’s website at portland.gov/water/CryptoResults. The bureau will notify the media and public immediately should further test results indicate a risk to public health and precautions are necessary.

 

Customers with questions regarding water quality can call the Water Quality Line at 503-823-7525.

About the Portland Water Bureau

The Portland Water Bureau serves water to almost a million people in the Portland area. Portland’s water system includes two water sources, 54 tanks and reservoirs, and 2,250 miles of pipe. With 600 employees working on everything from water treatment to customer service, the Water Bureau is committed to serving excellent water every minute of every day. 

About the Public Works Service Area

The Public Works Service Area keeps Portland running by managing the city’s water, sewer, stormwater, parks and transportation systems. It includes the Bureau of Environmental Services, the Portland Bureau of Transportation, Portland Parks & Recreation, and the Portland Water Bureau. Public Works ensures reliable infrastructure, invests in sustainability, and supports essential services that enhance daily life for Portlanders.

The City of Portland ensures meaningful access to City programs, services, and activities to comply with Civil Rights Title VI and ADA Title II laws and reasonably provides: translation, interpretation, modifications, accommodations, alternative formats, auxiliary aids and services. To request these services, or to file a complaint of discrimination, contact 503-823-4000 (311), Relay Service & TTY: 711, or 503-823-8064. Visit Portland Water Bureau’s Disability and Language Access page for more information.

 

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Portland Water Bureau Filtration Project Recognized For Exceeding Environmental And Social Standards (Photo) - 04/15/26

Bull Run filtration facility earns Envision Platinum verification for achievements in human health and well-being, community development, collaboration, conservation, ecology, emissions, and resilience  

 

The Portland Water Bureau is proud to announce that its Bull Run filtration facility has earned an Envision Platinum Award, the highest award level offered. Presented by the Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure, the Envision Platinum Award honors projects that demonstrate exceptional performance across a range of sustainability indicators, including quality of life, leadership, resource allocation, natural world preservation, and climate resilience.  

 

The Bull Run filtration facility is a transformative project that strengthens the region’s drinking water system while advancing sustainability, resilience, and community values. Designed to remove Cryptosporidium and other potential contaminants from the city’s primary drinking water supply, the seismically resilient filtration project will also make our system more reliable and reduce the impact of future risks like wildfires and extreme storms.  

 

“Projects like filtration are critical investments in the livability, health, safety, and prosperity of our city. Great care and vision go into designing these projects with future generations in mind,” said Mayor Keith Wilson. “The Envision Platinum Award demonstrates the City of Portland’s commitment to building a facility that delivers clean, safe, reliable drinking water while also strengthening environmental resilience and sustainability.” 

 

The Bull Run filtration facility integrates a wide range of sustainable features, including energy-efficient treatment processes, habitat restoration efforts, and careful site design to minimize environmental impacts. The Envision framework provides a comprehensive approach to evaluating a project’s sustainability outcomes, and the Bull Run filtration facility demonstrated measurable achievements in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, enhancing ecosystem services, and supporting local economic development. 

 

“This recognition reflects the care, collaboration, and long-term thinking behind the Bull Run filtration project, one of the most significant infrastructure investments in Portland's history," said Deputy City Administrator for Public Works Priya Dhanapal. “It protects public health, strengthens system resilience, and ensures safe, reliable drinking water for Portlanders for generations.”   

 

Beyond environmental goals, the Envision framework also considers a project’s impacts on and collaboration with communities. The filtration project team prioritized community engagement throughout planning and construction. Team members continue to work closely with neighbors, Multnomah County, and regional partners to support inclusive, transparent, and ongoing two-way communication. 

 

“This recognition reflects the technical rigor, innovation, and collaboration behind the Bull Run filtration facility,” said Director of Public Utilities Dr. Ting Lu. “Our team is delivering a project that meets regulatory requirements while advancing sustainability, resilience, and long-term system reliability.” 

 

The filtration project is one of the most significant infrastructure investments in Portland’s history and exemplifies the bureau’s commitment to delivering safe, reliable drinking water for generations to come. The filtration facility is currently under construction and is expected to begin serving filtered water in 2029. Once operational, filtration will play a vital role in ensuring compliance with the federal Safe Drinking Water Act and maintaining the high quality of Portland’s water supply into the future. 

 

For more information about the Bull Run filtration facility and the Portland Water Bureau’s work, visit our website. 

 

About the Portland Water Bureau 

The Portland Water Bureau serves water to almost a million people in the Portland area. Portland’s water system includes two great water sources, 54 tanks and reservoirs, and 2,250 miles of pipe. With 600 employees working on everything from water treatment to customer service, the Water Bureau is committed to serving excellent water every minute of every day.  

About the Public Works Service Area 

The Public Works Service Area keeps Portland running by managing the city’s water, sewer, stormwater, parks and transportation systems. It includes the Bureau of Environmental Services, the Portland Bureau of Transportation, Portland Parks & Recreation, and the Portland Water Bureau. Public Works ensures reliable infrastructure, invests in sustainability, and supports essential services that enhance daily life for Portlanders. 

 

The City of Portland ensures meaningful access to City programs, services, and activities to comply with Civil Rights Title VI and ADA Title II laws and reasonably provides: translation, interpretation, modifications, accommodations, alternative formats, auxiliary aids and services. To request these services, or to file a complaint of discrimination, contact 503-823-4000 (311), Relay Service & TTY: 711, or 503-823-8064. Visit Portland Water Bureau’s Disability and Language Access page for more information. 

 

503-823-4000 Translation and Interpretation   

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Portland Water Bureau Filtration Project Recognized For Exceeding Environmental And Social Standards (Photo) - 04/15/26

Bull Run filtration facility earns Envision Platinum verification for achievements in human health and well-being, community development, collaboration, conservation, ecology, emissions, and resilience  

 

The Portland Water Bureau is proud to announce that its Bull Run filtration facility has earned an Envision Platinum Award, the highest award level offered. Presented by the Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure, the Envision Platinum Award honors projects that demonstrate exceptional performance across a range of sustainability indicators, including quality of life, leadership, resource allocation, natural world preservation, and climate resilience.  

 

The Bull Run filtration facility is a transformative project that strengthens the region’s drinking water system while advancing sustainability, resilience, and community values. Designed to remove Cryptosporidium and other potential contaminants from the city’s primary drinking water supply, the seismically resilient filtration project will also make our system more reliable and reduce the impact of future risks like wildfires and extreme storms.  

 

“Projects like filtration are critical investments in the livability, health, safety, and prosperity of our city. Great care and vision go into designing these projects with future generations in mind,” said Mayor Keith Wilson. “The Envision Platinum Award demonstrates the City of Portland’s commitment to building a facility that delivers clean, safe, reliable drinking water while also strengthening environmental resilience and sustainability.” 

 

The Bull Run filtration facility integrates a wide range of sustainable features, including energy-efficient treatment processes, habitat restoration efforts, and careful site design to minimize environmental impacts. The Envision framework provides a comprehensive approach to evaluating a project’s sustainability outcomes, and the Bull Run filtration facility demonstrated measurable achievements in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, enhancing ecosystem services, and supporting local economic development. 

 

“This recognition reflects the care, collaboration, and long-term thinking behind the Bull Run filtration project, one of the most significant infrastructure investments in Portland's history," said Deputy City Administrator for Public Works Priya Dhanapal. “It protects public health, strengthens system resilience, and ensures safe, reliable drinking water for Portlanders for generations.”   

 

Beyond environmental goals, the Envision framework also considers a project’s impacts on and collaboration with communities. The filtration project team prioritized community engagement throughout planning and construction. Team members continue to work closely with neighbors, Multnomah County, and regional partners to support inclusive, transparent, and ongoing two-way communication. 

 

“This recognition reflects the technical rigor, innovation, and collaboration behind the Bull Run filtration facility,” said Director of Public Utilities Dr. Ting Lu. “Our team is delivering a project that meets regulatory requirements while advancing sustainability, resilience, and long-term system reliability.” 

 

The filtration project is one of the most significant infrastructure investments in Portland’s history and exemplifies the bureau’s commitment to delivering safe, reliable drinking water for generations to come. The filtration facility is currently under construction and is expected to begin serving filtered water in 2029. Once operational, filtration will play a vital role in ensuring compliance with the federal Safe Drinking Water Act and maintaining the high quality of Portland’s water supply into the future. 

 

For more information about the Bull Run filtration facility and the Portland Water Bureau’s work, visit our website. 

 

About the Portland Water Bureau 

The Portland Water Bureau serves water to almost a million people in the Portland area. Portland’s water system includes two great water sources, 54 tanks and reservoirs, and 2,250 miles of pipe. With 600 employees working on everything from water treatment to customer service, the Water Bureau is committed to serving excellent water every minute of every day.  

About the Public Works Service Area 

The Public Works Service Area keeps Portland running by managing the city’s water, sewer, stormwater, parks and transportation systems. It includes the Bureau of Environmental Services, the Portland Bureau of Transportation, Portland Parks & Recreation, and the Portland Water Bureau. Public Works ensures reliable infrastructure, invests in sustainability, and supports essential services that enhance daily life for Portlanders. 

 

The City of Portland ensures meaningful access to City programs, services, and activities to comply with Civil Rights Title VI and ADA Title II laws and reasonably provides: translation, interpretation, modifications, accommodations, alternative formats, auxiliary aids and services. To request these services, or to file a complaint of discrimination, contact 503-823-4000 (311), Relay Service & TTY: 711, or 503-823-8064. Visit Portland Water Bureau’s Disability and Language Access page for more information. 

 

503-823-4000 Translation and Interpretation   

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Attached Media Files: PDF Version of press release,