Traffic Advisory: SE17th Avenue Closed To Northbound Traffic At SE Center Street For Emergency Repair (Photo) - 07/20/26
Drivers advised to avoid the area through the evening commute
PORTLAND, OR – Portland Water Bureau crews are responding to a water main break at SE 17th Avenue and SE Center Street first reported earlier in the afternoon. SE 17th Avenue will be closed between SE Holgate Boulevard and SE Center Street to northbound traffic until the issue is resolved.
The City is advising travelers to avoid the area. Drivers should use caution while driving in the area. Keep your distance from crews and slow down when traveling through work zones.
Local Trimet service at the SE 17th and Center stop will be interrupted.
Water service impacts
It is unclear if there are water service impacts at this time. Crews have recently arrived at the scene to assess the scope of the repairs needed. If you see yellow or brown water at your tap, there is guidance on the City’s website on the Water Quality Line web page.
About the Portland Water Bureau
The Portland Water Bureau serves water to 840,000 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.
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