Water Environment Services

Clackamas Water Environment Services (WES) is awarding $330,000 in grants through its RiverHealth Stewardship Program to 12 organizations dedicated to protecting local watersheds.

The grants will support a variety of activities that restore habitat, manage invasive plant species, organize community volunteer events, provide landowner education, and remove trash from waterways while enhancing water quality. 
The following organizations will receive a combined total of $330,000 in grant funds:

Do you value the birds and pollinators that visit your yard? Looking for ways to lower water bills and garden sustainably? Interested in learning more about native plants?

Spills and leaks from contaminants, can be dangerous if left unattended. In addition, spilled chemicals can also pollute our streams and underground drinking water supplies, as well as harm pets, plants and wildlife. Help us prevent polluting our streams and underground drinking water supplies.

Report sewer or stormwater problems or concerns, such as a sewer spill or illegal dumping into a storm drain.

Report a Spill or Leak

Thank you for helping us to protect public health and the environment!

Clackamas Water Environment Services (WES) and SOLVE have officially launched the 2026 Waterway Cleanup Series, continuing their long-standing partnership to protect rivers, streams, and waterways through community-powered cleanup events across the region.

At approximately 8:30 A.M., April 30, 2026, Clackamas Water Environment Services (WES) discovered a wastewater overflow along the shoulder of HWY 26 near the Zigzag Ranger Station.  

WES personnel have cleared the pipe blockage and stopped the overflow. Crews are finishing cleanup activities and have posted temporary signs to avoid contact with the water in the immediate area for the next 24 hours.

The Oregon Emergency Response System (OERS) has been notified.