Site work for a water / sewer project in Milwaukie, Oregon. Conceptual plans call for site work for a water / sewer project.

Water wells require regular maintenance to ensure adequate water flow and continued drinking water safety, and should be professionally inspected by a water well contractor every 10 years. As a well ages, the rate at which water may be pumped (commonly referred to as well yield, flow, or performance) tends to decrease. Reduced well yield over time can be related to changes in the well itself including: incrustation from mineral deposits, bio-fouling by the growth of microorganisms, physical plugging of "aquifer" (the saturated layer of sand, gravel, or rock through which water is transmitted) by sediment, sand pumping, well screen or casing corrosion, and pump damage. The old Well #1 building requires minor repairs, weatherproofing, and rehabilitation. This building is located near the base of the elevated storage tower and houses the communication equipment for the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system. Well #5 is located north of the intersection of Harvey Street and 40th Avenue, adjacent to the Elevated Storage Reservoir and is part of the Well #2, #3, and #5 well field. It pumps approximately 605 gallons per minute directly into Tower #5 at the treatment plan TP235 site. This project consists of repairing the existing building which is in poor condition, replacing and upgrading the electrical panel and motor start, and inspecting and reconditioning the well. As of May 5, 2025, this project is included in the city's 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) *Project information has been obtained through a public capital improvement plan (CIP). A CIP is a financial schedule for short- and long-range projects which is updated regularly. Information listed in the CIP often evolves based on funding availability and the project details, including timeline and value, are subject to change. The content management team will continue to pursue additional details as they become available.