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Leaburg Forest Management Plan: Spring 2026 16 acre variable retention cut
EWEB, Trout Mountain Forestry enacting variable retention harvest on the Leaburg Forest as part of providing long term structural diversity and habitat opportunities
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Spill response update
EWEB staff stand by their initial assessment that the spill will have no adverse impacts to drinking water quality at this time.
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EWEB deploys spill response on McKenzie River following semi-truck crash near Belknap Springs
Emergency response crews worked quickly after a tanker truck carrying an estimated 275 gallons of diesel and between 5,000 and 7,000 gallons of milk crashed this morning near Belknap Springs, releasing diesel and milk into a creek that flows into the Upper McKenzie River.
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Beaver Removal at Leaburg Canal
EWEB completed targeted management wildlife activities at Leaburg Canal after increased beaver activity and repeated dam removals during 2025 raised concerns about the stability of the canal embankment.
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EWEB Finalizes Transfer of McKenzie Valley Electric Customers to Lane Electric
EWEB has officially completed the transfer of electric customers in the McKenzie Valley to Lane Electric Cooperative, effective May 1, 2026. This milestone marks the culmination of nearly a year of research, analysis, community engagement, and coordinated efforts between the two utilities.
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EWEB, watershed partners begin South Fork Phase 3 Floodplain Project
Multi-agency effort will restore habitat, improve water quality, strengthen river resilience
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2025 State of the McKenzie Watershed Report
EWEB assures the McKenzie River is an excellent source for Eugene’s drinking water – even as the watershed continues to recover from the 2020 Holiday Farm Fire.
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Sustainability Snapshot - Celebrating Energy Efficiency Projects in the Community
Sustainability Snapshots highlight impactful projects completed by EWEB's Customer Solutions department, as a way to celebrate the meaningful work happening behind the scenes.
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Carmen-Smith Recreation Sites Open May 1
EWEB completes major overhaul of Trail Bridge Campground and other sites connected to hydroelectric project.
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This month, EWEB celebrates 115 years of service Eugene
EWEB celebrates 115 years serving Eugene. As our community grows and challenges increase from aging infrastructure, extreme weather, and climate impacts, EWEB is making thoughtful, long-term investments to ensure safe, reliable service for decades to come.
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EWEB and the UO extend energy generation study
The study is testing whether the UO’s on-site generator can bolster grid reliability and support climate and greenhouse gas reduction goals.
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EWEB Board of Commissioners Approves Employment Agreement with John Hairston as Next General Manager
“EWEB is a public treasure,” Hairston said. “I’m eager to listen to staff, learn from the community, and build on the strong foundation already in place."
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EWEB Board of Commissioners selects BPA administrator for general manager role
In a unanimous vote, EWEB’s Board voted to move forward with negotiating an employment offer to BPA’s John Hairston.
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EWEB Board adopts 2026 organizational goals to guide utility priorities
At the January public meeting, EWEB adopted a new set of organizational goals for 2026, providing direction for our work priorities in the year ahead.
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Our Favorite Photos of 2025
For a final look-back at 2025, we’d like to share some of our favorite photos that illustrate our work day-in and day-out. We celebrate amazing teamwork, vital partnerships, and sing the praises of our individual champions and their quiet dedication to serving our community!
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Emergency Water Storage Containers on Sale at EWEB During Drinking Water Week
May 08, 2017
We work hard to make sure that high-quality drinking water flows from your tap anytime day or night. But during a water emergency, you could be without tap water for at least three days because EWEB must secure the water system before distributing emergency water.
If a natural or man-made disaster occurs, you can rest easier knowing you are better prepared with a household emergency kit. Putting together your own kit is simple and easy, and it begins with having on hand a minimum of one gallon of water per person per day for drinking and basic sanitation.
During Drinking Water Week (May 8-12, 2017) EWEB customers can purchase three-gallon, BPA-free water containers in our downtown customer service lobby. The discounted water containers are made available through partnerships with local water utilities, the city of Eugene and other agencies. The $5 charge per container will be applied to your water bill, and one dollar of every purchase will support the local Red Cross emergency preparedness and disaster response.
This offer is available to EWEB residential water or electric customers only and is limited to first-time buyers. Due to limited supplies, we are asking customers who have previously purchased containers not to attempt to purchase at this time. This will allow other EWEB customers to participate. We all win when our entire community is prepared for emergencies!
Purchase your water containers May 8 - 12, between 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. at EWEB, 500 E. 4th Ave. Limit four per household, while supplies last! Learn more about planning for a water emergency.