Where and what is Portland’s ‘Big Pipe’? (graphics and photos)

In 2011, the city completed its biggest-ever public works project. It was a complete overhaul of the wastewater system – the ...

Heavy rains trigger sewer overflow advisory as Portland’s Big Pipe hits capacity

Portland’s Big Pipe hit 100% capacity Thursday after heavy rains, triggering a combined sewer overflow advisory that remains ...

Sewage overflow advisory in place after Portland's Big Pipe overflows

PORTLAND, Ore. — A combined sewer overflow advisory is in place for the Willamette River after Portland's Big Pipe hit 100% ...
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Sewage enters Willamette River for second time in December as pipe overflows

Just days after overflowing on Dec. 9, another combined sewer overflow advisory is in place for the Willamette River after Thursday’s rain.

Portland greenlit its tallest building this month. Will more skyscrapers follow?

As residents of Maine's largest city grapple with an evolving skyline, experts say the addition of a 30-story tower in the ...