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In Progress: Valley View Water Reservoirs Re-coating Project

Maintaining our water storage assets protects water quality, ensuring we can always deliver clean, safe drinking water to our customers.

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Conserving Water is More Important Than Ever This Summer

During summer, accumulated mountain snow, known as snowpack, slowly melts and feeds our streams and rivers.

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In Progress: Northern Jennings Lodge (LS2) Sewer Improvement Project

We're continuing our sewer improvement work across Jennings Lodge in the Lift Station 2 basin, which spans the Concord and Jennings Lodge areas.

New Online Bill Pay System Launching December 2025

In December 2025, Oak Lodge transitioned to a new online payment provider, Xpress Bill Pay, to make paying your bill easier, faster, and more secure.

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TMDL Annual Report for Public Comment

The State of Oregon's Department of Environmental Quality places limits on pollutants to certain waterways like the Willamette River. These polluntant…

Boardman Creek Flood Attenuation Project Open House, Oct 21, 6:30-8 PM by Oak Lodge Water Services.

Boardman Creek Flooding Attenuation Project Open House

Join Clackamas County and Oak Lodge Water Services for an Open House to discuss the results of our flood attenuation study for Boardman Ave. and…

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Complete: Jennings Lodge Sewer Improvement Project - Phase 2

The second phase of a major Jennings Lodge sewer upgrade is expected to begin in August 2025 and conclude in early 2026.

Map showing Glen Echo (LS6) sewer improvements with marked pipe segments for replacement.

Complete: Glen Echo (LS6) Sewer Improvements Project

This project is now complete. Thank you for your patience during this important work!

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In Progress: Oatfield Road Water Main Replacements Project

UPDATE 5/6/26: Final paving is now scheduled for the week of May 25 (starting on May 26, after the holiday). This work will involve significant…

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Complete: Courtney Ave. Sewer Improvements Project

5/21/26 UPDATE: Final paving is scheduled for Tues. May 26-Friday May 29 and Monday, June 1-Tuesday June 2. This work will involve similar road…

Map showing affected addresses for a planned service disruption by Oak Lodge Water Services on November 5.

NOTICE: December 9 Planned Water Shut-Off Near El Camino Way

This temporary interruption is necessary to allow our team to perform maintenance on a water main and fire hydrant.

Complete: Glen Echo (LS6) Sewer Improvements Project

This project is now complete. Thank you for your patience during this important work!

Water rate increase starting July 1, 2025; new bill $137.61 at 5 CCF. Public hearing June 10, 2025. More info: oaklodgewaterservices.org.

Upcoming Proposed Rate Changes

We're changing our rate structure to meet the needs of our community. New rates will go into effect on July 1, 2025.

Map showing Trolley Trail, Boardman Creek, Boardman Ave, Arista Dr; marked project area along the trail.

Completed: Boardman Creek Sewer Line Project

This project was completed in late May, with just minor restoration work pending. Thank you to nearby residents and trail users for your patience…

Annual Water Quality Report 2024, presented by Oak Lodge Water Services, with a water tap and sunset background.

Now Available: Your 2024 Water Quality Report

Our Annual Water Quality Report, also known as the Consumer Confidence Report, contains important information about your drinking water, including how…

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Completed: Valley View Pole Storage Building Project

We will construct a 60' x 40' pole barn at one of our water reservoir sites. This building will include garage doors for storing utility vehicles and equipment to protect OLWS-owned materials from moisture damage and prevent corrosion.

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Brad Albert, P.E., Appointed as New General Manager of Oak Lodge Water Services

(July 16, 2024) -- Oak Lodge Water Services (OLWS) is pleased to announce the appointment of Brad Albert, P.E., as the authority’s new general manager…

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