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Portland Water District launches massive project to update service valve locations

08.16.2024

The Portland Water District (PWD) has begun an extensive project to identify 40,000 “curb stop” service valve locations throughout its service area.

Portland Water District Seeks Applications For 2024 Water Bottle Filling Fountain Grants

08.07.2024

Partners with Casco Bay Lines to draw attention to early fountain to promote sustainability and the iconic Maine brand

Portland Water District's Bond Rating Upgraded to 'AA+' by S&P Global Ratings, and Aa3 by Moody's

07.31.2024

Portland Water District (PWD) is pleased to announce that S&P Global Ratings has raised its bond rating to 'AA+' from 'AA,' with a stable outlook. This upgrade reflects PWD's abundant water supply, low rates, and strong financial metrics.

Portland Water District Joins Wastewater Multidistrict Law Suit (MDL) Against PFAS Manufacturers

06.05.2024

The Portland Water District (PWD) filed a complaint in the U.S. District Court, against manufacturers of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) chemicals, 3M, DuPont, and others.

Portland Water District Continues to Tackle PFAS Contamination in Biosolids; Advanced Study Makes Recommendations

05.03.2024

Portland Water District (PWD) is finding innovative and cost-effective ways to meet the mounting challenges and limitations of biosolids management.

Ouellette of Gorham Awarded $1,500 Scholarship

04.24.2024

Congratulations to Abigail Ouellette of Gorham, who was presented with the DiPietro Memorial Sch

William Lunt, Falmouth, Elected President, Frederick McCann, Portland, Elected Vice President

04.08.2024

At the Portland Water District Board of Trustees’ annual March meeting, William Lunt was reelected President and Frederick McCann was elected Vice President.

Portland Water District Begins Early Spring Water Main Maintenance

03.22.2024

The Portland Water District began spring water main maintenance early this year. Crews are currently in South Portland and Westbrook, then will move to other parts of the system.

Water main work impacts traffic on Spring Street in Westbrook.

03.17.2024

The Portland Water District will be installing a new water main on Spring Street in Westbrook beginning Monday, March 18. The project is expected to be complete by March 28.

$1,500 Joseph A. DiPietro Scholarship Application now available at WWW.PWD.ORG

02.22.2024

The deadline to apply for the Joseph A. DiPietro Scholarship is March 31.

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