Portland Water District

1,200 Miles of Pipe
2025-05-08 17:30 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | Jeff P. Nixon Development Center, 225 Douglass Street, Portland, ME, 04101, United States
A deep dive into the making of greater Portland’s public water system

A public presentation by Paul Hunt, Environmental Services Manager

The Portland Water District (PWD) is a century-old company, rich in history and experience. In 1862, visionary citizens recognized a growing need for reliable water and founded the Portland Water Company and by 1869, Sebago Lake’s water flowed into Portland. Early water was not without challenges or controversy and in 1908, the Portland Water District was formed to assume the private company. As Greater Portland transformed into an industrial powerhouse, public water service expanded, and water and wastewater treatment facilities were built to meet rising demands and regulations. Over a century, innovative upgrades and rigorous environmental standards ensured a steady supply of pure, safe water and environmental stewardship. Today, we celebrate a legacy of progress, community, and pride in water services.

Light refreshments will be served.

Each attendee’s name will be put into a drawing to win the book, “Drink It In, How Sebago Lake Became Portland’s Greatest Asset” by Barbara J. Brewer (a former PWD employee and historian).

Trustee Workshop
2025-05-12 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-06-16 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-07-14 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-08-11 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-09-08 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-10-14 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-11-10 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-12-08 08:00 - 17:00 | Jeff P. Nixon Development Center, 225 Douglass Street, Portland, ME, 04101, United States
Workshop commences at 6:30 p.m.

All meetings are held at the Jeff P. Nixon Development Center at 225 Douglass Street, Portland, Maine, unless otherwise advertised.

Trustee Meeting
2025-05-27 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-06-23 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-07-28 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-08-25 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-09-29 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-10-27 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-11-24 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-12-15 18:00 - 19:00 | Jeff P. Nixon Development Center, 225 Douglass Street, Portland, ME, 04101, United States
Meeting commences at 6:00 p.m.

All meetings are held at the Jeff P. Nixon Development Center at 225 Douglass Street, Portland, Maine, unless otherwise advertised.

Every Drop Counts
2025-06-03 13:30 - 14:30, 2025-06-03 17:30 - 18:30 | Jeff P. Nixon Development Center, 225 Douglass Street, Portland, ME, 04101, United States
Tracking Your Water Quality Through The Water Cycle

A public presentation by Paul Hunt, Environmental Services Manager

What’s really in your glass of water?

Join the Portland Water District for a presentation looking at the incredible journey each drop of water takes before it reaches your tap and after it goes down your drain. We’ll explain how we ensure it stays clean and safe every step of the way.

From the highlands of Bethel to the deep waters of Sebago Lake, through the Presumpscot River, and out to Casco Bay, water in Greater Portland is constantly on the move. We’ll show you how we detect even the tiniest shifts in water quality and protect the health of our communities and ecosystems.

Water is constantly moving—raining from clouds, flowing through forests, streams, and rivers, and finally reaching the ocean. It then evaporates, forms clouds, and rains again, creating an endless cycle. Whether you’re curious about where your water comes from and ends up, passionate about the environment, or want to know how science keeps your water safe, this presentation will leave you with a deeper appreciation for our most essential resource, water.

East End Wastewater Treatment Plant Tour
2025-06-04 14:00 - 15:30, 2025-06-04 16:00 - 17:30 | East End Wastewater Treatment Plant, 500 Marginal Way, Portland, Maine, 04101, United States
Tour Maine’s largest wastewater plant and discover wastewater treatment’s vital role in preserving our waters.

The first full week of June is Clean Water Week in Maine. Established in 1983, Clean Water Week raises awareness of the improvements made in the quality of Maine’s waterways. Wastewater treatment facilities have significantly impacted the quality of our waterways since the passage of the Clean Water Act in 1972. We invite you to take a tour of the largest wastewater treatment facility in Maine and learn more about the important role wastewater treatment plays in preserving our waterways.Please note that tours can take up to an hour and a half and involve walking outside and climbing stairs.

Trustee Workshop
2026-01-12 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-02-09 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-03-09 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-04-13 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-05-11 18:30 - 19:30 | Jeff P. Nixon Development Center, 225 Douglass Street, Portland, ME, 04101, United States
All meetings are held at the Jeff P. Nixon Development Center at 225 Douglass Street, Portland, Maine, unless otherwise advertised.

Trustee Meeting
2026-01-26 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-02-23 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-03-23 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-04-27 18:00 - 20:00 | Jeff P. Nixon Development Center, 225 Douglass Street, Portland, ME, 04101, United States
