The McKenzie River is the sole source of drinking water for 200,000 people in the Eugene area. EWEB's Drinking Water Source Protection (DWSP) team keeps our water clean at the source through multiple programs, including:
- monitoring and protecting water quality,
- implementing proactive strategies that reduce water treatment costs,
- and promoting public awareness and stewardship through targeted actions and programs.
Together with local partner NGOs and agencies, through bringing in state and federal funding, supporting academic and institutional researchers, and activating our community and upriver neighbors, EWEB has built a prestigious national reputation for our work preserving our drinking water quality and protecting our environment.
EWEB is aware of allegations of financial wrongdoings by a staff member of the McKenzie Watershed Alliance. These allegations do not implicate EWEB employees. EWEB supports the investigation proceeding and will continue to provide updates as details and facts emerge.
Watershed Emergency Response
We take threats to the McKenzie River seriously and have designed watershed emergency response system to address hazardous material spills that could affect drinking water quality
Watershed Monitoring
We want to provide our customers with the highest quality water. Our monitoring program evaluates water quality in the rivers and streams throughout the McKenzie Watershed.
McKenzie Watershed Landowner Programs
Are you a landowner in the McKenzie Watershed? Check out our assistance programs and incentives.
Pure Water Partners
Help us keep the McKenzie River clean by protecting land next to the river.
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Your drinking water quality
Access to clean water is vital to our community. That is why we work hard to deliver water that meets or exceeds all state and federal health standards.
Water Reliablity Projects
We're making investments to prepare, replace and maintain our community's water system.
Our commitment to the environment
As a public utility, we share our customers' values around environmental stewardship.
