The seven-month dig was part of a $58 million wastewater treatment infrastructure project in Clackamas County.

Officials closed dozens of schools and issued a boil-water advisory for southern parts of the county. They said several ...

There are multiple precautions you can take during this week's cold snap to protect water pipes exposed to exterior walls.

Chris Baumgart asked Public Investigator why high-end homes on Lake Drive seemed to have gotten their lead pipes replaced first. Here's what we found.

Understanding why pipes burst starts with looking at water at a molecular level. When water freezes molecules spread apart, causing the water to expand by up to 9%. This expansion can crack pipes ...

When freezing temperatures hit homes, one threat rises above nearly all others: the dreaded frozen pipes, which lead to cracked and burst pipes, followed by flooding leaks. This not only causes ...

A break in a large-diameter water main on Mountain Rd in Henderson ... told the Herald it could take up to 24 hours to resolve the pipe issues. “So right now our best estimate is probably ...

Likely places for frozen pipes include against exterior walls or where your water service enters your home through the foundation. Keep the faucet open. As you treat the frozen pipe and the frozen ...

How cold does it have to be for pipes to freeze? Water in pipes will start to form ice at 32 degrees Fahrenheit (0 degrees Celsius). How do you know if your pipes are frozen? If you turn on a ...

Frozen water pipes can lead to costly plumbing repairs for Central Indiana homeowners and businesses. Nobody wants to deal with a burst pipe in subzero weather. The best way to handle frozen pipes ...

HOUSTON — Pipes break during wintry weather because the water freezes and expands inside them, similar to what happens when you put a bottle of water or a can of soda in the freezer. Frozen ...

While there are many methods to prevent water pipes from freezing initially, there are a few key steps to take once they have already frozen. The biggest concern when dealing with frozen pipes is ...