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Nov 8

Nov 8 TD Council Approves Google Water Deal Monday night, Nov. 8

Tom Peterson

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The Dalles City Council approved a $28.5million dollar agreement to build out the city’s potable water system to supply two new Google Data Centers with billions of gallons of water at 7:35 p.m. this evening.

Dec 22

Dec 22 TD Dog River Pipeline is 100 Years Old, Made of Wood, and Leaking

Cole Goodwin

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The Dalles Dog River Pipeline which is responsible for bringing 54% of The Dalles water supply is in need of repair. The pipeline leaks an estimated 1 million gallons per day during the spring months. The Dalles City Council will consider awarding a contract for engineering services for the Dog River Pipeline in early 2021.