The Portland Water Bureau advises customers that a slight change in the color of their drinking water at this time of the year is normal for drinking water coming from the unfiltered Bull Run water supply system.
This unusual tint in the water results from the first flush of organic material from vegetation that has been washed from the forest floor and stream channels. The flush of these materials ends up in the drinking water reservoirs in the Bull Run watershed.
"The Water Line gets calls every year about this time," said Administrator David Shaff. "The color only affects what the water looks like; taste and water quality continue to be outstanding."
The Water Bureau routinely monitors for all water quality standards. Portland's drinking water continues to meet all state and federal requirements.
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