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Spring Water Main Flushing

The Portland Water District began spring water main maintenance last week. Crews started in Standish and will soon move to other parts of the system. Maintenance flushing activities occur during business hours, Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.  Customers may notice short periods of water discoloration; however, this program is essential to…

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Catch the Rain, Reduce Pollution: Discounted Rain Barrels Available Through Portland Water District

In celebration of National Drinking Water Week and Clean Water Week, the Portland Water District is offering discounted, eco-friendly rain barrels to help conserve water and protect local waterways—rain barrels for just $84.40 (including tax), more than 50% off the regular price!Thanks to a partnership with the manufacturer, these barrels are available at cost and…

Hacros Chemicals Permit Public Notice

The Portland Water District is providing public notice of intent to issue a wastewater discharge permit to the following business: Harcros Chemicals, located at 82 Scott Dr in Westbrook. The wastewater discharge permit requires the business to demonstrate compliance with wastewater rules and ordinances. The draft permit for this facility may be reviewed online from…

Join a tour or event to celebrate safe drinking water week, preorder your discounted rain barrel, water bottle grant recipients announced

The latest news from the Portland Water District Celebrate Safe Drinking Water during National Drinking Water Week, May 4-10 Tour the Sebago Lake Water Treatment Facility and see firsthand how your drinking water is treated and tested, ensuring every drop is pure and safe. Wednesday, May 7, 2025 2:30 p.m. & 4:30 p.m. Sebago Lake…

$1,500 DiPietro Scholarship Application Now Available.

The deadline to apply for the Joseph A. DiPietro Scholarship is March 31. The scholarship serves students in communities served by the Portland Water District who are pursuing a career applicable to the water/wastewater industry (e.g., water/wastewater treatment technology, HVAC, electrical, automation technology, instrumentation, plumbing, pipefitting, fire science, environmental studies, applied sciences, engineering, public administration)….

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