Water Main Break Shuts Down Southeast 82nd by Foster

A water main break on Southeast 82nd Avenue has flooded the intersection and snarled traffic in the area. No homes are without water as a result.

It happened in the northbound lanes of Southeast 82nd Avenue just south of Foster Road. The area is shut down while workers try to repair the break.

The pipe is an eight-inch, cast iron pipe from 1912.

The traveling public is reminded to stay alert and use caution as traffic may suddenly slow or stop. To avoid traffic delays, motorists are encouraged to use alternate routes around the work site.

The Portland Water Bureau says that their Maintenance & Construction crews are ready to respond to emergencies, including water main breaks, 24-hours a day, seven days a week. On average, crews respond to 200 main breaks a year

File photo via Portland Water Bureau