Lab tests confirmed water samples came back negative for contaminates so the Boil Water Advisory has been lifted for Dole Road and Homestead residents.
Plant status has been upgraded to normal capacity to there is no need to conserve water use at this time.
Thank you!
Since we have not received lab test results from Monday’s water samples, there is still a Boil Water Advisory in effect for Dole Road and Homestead properties. View Monday’s Notice – Drinking Water Warning
Conserve Water notice is also still in effect since the water treatment plant is running at low capacity.
If your home is located at one of the following addresses (Homestead and Dole Road) your home is affected by this notices. If your home is not listed, your water is still safe to consume as usual.
330 Homestead, 6452 Dole Rd, 6482 Dole Rd, 6356 Dole Rd, 6802 Dole Rd, 6782 Dole Rd, 0 Dole Rd, 6990 Dole Rd, 6207 Dole Rd, 6135 Dole Rd, 6239 Dole Rd, 6313 Dole Rd, 6443 Dole Rd, 6453 Dole Rd, 145 Homestead, 138 Homestead, 176 Homestead, 181 Homestead, 240 Homestead, 267 Homestead, 263 Homestead, 247 Homestead, 253 Homestead, 281 Homestead, 311 Homestead, 331 Homestead, 399 Homestead, 461 Homestead, 440 Homestead, and 464 Homestead.
Due to loss of water pressure in the distribution system on 3-16-2025, potentially harmful bacteria could be present in the water supply. If these bacteria are present, they could make you sick, and are a particular concern for people with weakened immune systems.
Do Not Drink the Water Without Boiling It First.
Customers should bring water to a rolling boil for 1 full minute, allow the water to cool before using, and store the cooled water in a clean container with a cover. Customers should use boiled water that has cooled or bottled water for:
Following a water main break due to the major flooding on 3/16/2025, your water system pressure went below the standard threshold of 20 PSI. We will perform tests for bacterial to ensure the water is safe in the following days. We will inform you when tests show no bacteria and you no longer need to boil your water. We anticipate resolving the problem within the next 3 days.
This boil water advisory is a precaution. To limit risk to health, customers should follow the instructions contained in this advisory.
For more information, please talk to a board member, or contact John Woody at
541-643-6137, or email john@oecadmin.com. General guidelines on ways to lessen the risk of infection by contaminants in drinking water are available from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Hotline at 1-800-426-4791 or the Oregon Health Authority, Drinking Water Services at 971-673-0405.
The damaged water line was found on Dole Road at Clarks Branch Creek. The ground has been washed out to expose the line and it will need to be recovered. OEC made the repair to the line this evening but the storage tanks are still losing water and the power has gone out. Nothing else can be done tonight so the operators will return tomorrow to restart the water treatment plant and assess the situation.
The water line on Dole Road and Homestead need to be shut off because of additional leaks draining the system. There will no water for members on Dole Road and Homestead until tomorrow.
Please conserve water going into Monday since reserves are very low.
It can be difficult to spot water leaks when it’s wet but if you notice anything odd around your meter or excessive water in ditches, please report them at the website or the CBWA Facebook group page.