30-04-2025
‘Critical investments': Improved Washington Park Reservoir to be unveiled in June
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — This June, the Portland Water Bureau will be unveiling the restoration of the Washington Park Reservoir, a construction project that has taken nearly a decade to complete.
The Washington Park Reservoir Improvement Project began in 2016 as a way to upgrade the old uncovered reservoirs and bring them up to modern seismic standards to ensure a safe water system.
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On Wednesday, the Portland Water Bureau announced that on June 14, they will be unveiling the completed reservoir, which will supply water to 360,000 people in west Portland.
The new and improved reservoir features two reflecting pools, a wildlife habitat area, public walking paths and other restored historic features, the water bureau says.
During the opening ceremony on June 14th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the officials said there will be a ribbon cutting ceremony, tours of the new site and booths from local vendors.
'This project helps cement Washington Park as one of the city's crown jewel destinations. The park's 3.5 million annual visitors from around the world will be able to experience the new public space,' said Deputy City Administrator for Public Works Priya Dhanapal. 'The reservoir is a prime example of thoughtful planning, deliberate placemaking, and critical investments in the future of Portland.'
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