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Environmental Services is constructing a project in the South Portland and South Burlingame neighborhoods to replace or repair approximately 1.3 miles of aging public sewer pipes that are on average 90 years old.
General Schedule
Construction began in June 2023 and is anticipated to be completed by late-November 2024.
Sign up for updates to see where construction crews will be working, what they will be doing, and for how long at each location.
What's Happening Now?
For the next few weeks, crews will work Monday through Saturday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
All work is weather dependent, and the schedule below is subject to change.
Rest of the Week:
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SW 8th Avenue and Hume Street and SW 9th Avenue and Hume Street - Crews to continue to form sets and pour concrete for new Americans with Disability Act-accessible curb ramps.
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S Vermont Street west of Virginia Avenue - Crews to continue reinstalling a section of sewer mainline using open trench excavation.
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S Texas Street west of Virginia Avenue - Crews to prepare for concrete paving restoration.
Veterans' Day Closure
Construction work is permitted for the full week and will take place at multiple work zones. Please note, most City of Portland offices and facilities will be closed on Monday, November 11, in observance of Veterans' Day.
Weeks of November 18 and 25:
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SW 8th Avenue and Hume Street and SW 9th Avenue and Hume Street - Crews to complete concrete pour and inspection of new Americans with Disability Act-accessible curb ramps.
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S Vermont Street west of Virginia Avenue - Crews to complete reinstallation of the sewer mainline using open trench excavation.
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S Texas Street west of Virginia Avenue – Crews start grinding and finish paving upper and lower Texas Street.
Thanksgiving Break Closure
Construction work will not take place on Thursday, November 28 and Friday, November 29, in observance of Thanksgiving. Please note, most City of Portland offices and facilities will be closed as well.
 Simplified map for the South Portland-Burlingame Sewer Project. Please note - this map is not up to scale.
What to Expect During Construction
Construction hours are Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Work may be done on some Saturdays, as well.
You can expect the following activities to occur during construction hours:
- Noise, vibration, and dust
- Traffic delays
- Parking restrictions
- Equipment storage overnight
- Continued sewer service during work hours
- Maintained access to your home or business
A brief guide on what you can expect during construction projects conducted by Environmental Services and their contractors can be found at portland.gov/bes/constructionimpacts.
Keeping You Informed
The City’s goal is to keep businesses and residents informed before and during construction. The latest project information is available through:
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Webpage: For more information, please visit portland.gov/bes/SPB.
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Questions? Contact city staff via email or leave a message at 503-823-5759, stating that South Portland Burlingame is the project of interest.
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Sewer Emergency: In the event of a sewer backup or basement flooding, call the Maintenance hotline immediately at 503-823-1700. It is staffed all hours and all days.
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