Public Works

The Engineering division provides engineering and engineering management services for West Linn utilities. The division provides project design, management and inspection, construction inspection, and development review services in support of city utilities. Technical assistance is provided to other city departments for infrastructure planning, operation, and maintenance. The division is funded by the supported utilities, and the division facilitates the distinct external and internal revenue sources for the public improvement program.

The City has a neighborhood traffic management program via the Traffic Safety Committee. The program exists to promote a safe transportation network through education, law enforcement, and engineering solutions. To submit a traffic issue for review, complete the attached form, and mail to the attention of Transportation Division Supervisor at 4100 Norfolk St., West Linn, OR 97068 or email to streets@westlinnoregon.gov.
 

The City of West Linn adopted their first Transportation System Plan (TSP) in 2000. The plan was updated in 2008 to address growth in West Linn and its surrounding communities as well as changes to state highway facility plans in the area. The purpose of the 2016 TSP is to address regulatory changes that have occurred in the region since 2008 and project a 20-year horizon for transportation planning. An important feature of this 2016 update to the TSP is the establishment of a set of performance measures that will be used to evaluate the future success of programs and projects.

The City of West Linn provides for the wastewater collection. For information, contact the Environmental Services Supervisor.

• Phone: 503-722-5500
• Fax: 503-657-3237

Step 1. Preliminary Treatment: Wastewater passes through bar screens, which remove large debris, like plastics, rags and sticks. Next, the wastewater flows to a grit removal area where the heaviest solids — mostly sand and rocks — are removed. The screenings and grit are taken to a local landfill.

Step 2. Primary Treatment: The wastewater flows to primary clarifiers, where solids sink to the bottom and are removed. Solids that float are skimmed away.

South Fork Water Board (SFWB) is a wholesale water provider to the cities of Oregon City and West Linn. SFWB is jointly owned by the two cities and is governed by a six-member Board comprised of the Mayors and two elected officials from each city.

Contact Information:

15962 S. Hunter Ave. Oregon City, Oregon 97045

Telephone: 503-657-5030

Web: www.sfwb.com

Enforcement of permit violations occur in a three step progression:

First: A written notice of the inspection findings and required corrections.

Second: Should corrections not be implemented, a notice of non-compliance will be issued with the required corrections.

Third: Should corrections remain un-addressed a stop work order will be issued. Additionally, a stop work order may be issued any time a permit violation occurs.

Violators of erosion control standards may be subject to penalties as outlined in the City's Municipal and Community Development Code.

The City of West Linn places a high value on the conservation of natural resources. Construction activities without proper erosion and sediment control protection can contribute large amounts of sediment and other pollutants to streams, rivers, wetlands and ponds. Construction can also be harmful to trees, including the trunk, canopy and roots.

Sewer Frequently Asked Questions

1. What should I do if my sewer backs up?

Contact the City of West Linn Public Works Operations Division at 503-722-5500, between the hours of 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. After hours, call LOCOM non-emergency dispatch at 503-635-0238.

2. Where does my sewage go when it leaves my house or business?

The City of West Linn is dedicated to protecting the water quality of the local streams, rivers, and wetlands. Therefore, to protect the waters in our region, the City's erosion prevention and sediment control program was developed.

City codes call for submittal of erosion prevention/sediment control plans for all permit applicants including single family permits. Each plan shall present in a clear fashion, information demonstrating what preventive measures will be taken to avoid sediment from leaving the site.