McMinnville Water & Light

McMinnville Water & Light Community Owned - Community Focused. Provider of reliable, high quality water and electric service to the McMinnville community.

August 11 is 811 Day, and it's the perfect way to remember that any digging project, even a small one like planting flow...
08/11/2026

August 11 is 811 Day, and it's the perfect way to remember that any digging project, even a small one like planting flowers or setting a fence post, starts with contacting 811. It's free, it's fast, and it's the only way to know what's buried beneath your yard before you break ground.
Skipping it isn't a shortcut — it's a gamble with gas lines, water mains and more. Contact 811 first, dig second.

Protecting water resources and educating people about water quality is an important goal of National Water Quality Month...
08/05/2026

Protecting water resources and educating people about water quality is an important goal of National Water Quality Month. Clean, safe drinking water is essential to every community’s overall quality of life. McMinnville Water & Light's commitment to our community is to provide our customers with a safe, reliable supply of great-tasting water at an excellent value.
You can learn about the water quality in McMinnville in our annual Consumer Confidence Report. This report provides important information about McMinnville’s water system and drinking water, including a summary of water quality tests performed. https://www.mc-power.com/water/water-quality/annual-consumer-confidence-report/

UPDATE, 11:45 a.m.: Our systems are back up, and we have resumed normal business operations.Our computer and phone syste...
08/05/2026

UPDATE, 11:45 a.m.: Our systems are back up, and we have resumed normal business operations.

Our computer and phone systems are currently down, so we are not able to process payments, take phone calls, or assist customers in the office. We appreciate your patience while we assess the issue, and we will update when the issue is resolved.

Hot, dry weather means there is a higher chance of red flag warnings in our area. These conditions — warm temps, low hum...
08/03/2026

Hot, dry weather means there is a higher chance of red flag warnings in our area. These conditions — warm temps, low humidity, and strong winds — can increase fire risk.
To help keep McMinnville safe during hot, dry conditions, McMinnville Water & Light activates Enhanced Sensitivity Mode on power equipment in higher‑risk zones (see map). This makes our high‑voltage switches and relays more responsive to potential faults.

What this means for you:

➡️Outages may take longer to resolve, and customers in the designated Enhanced Sensitivity areas may experience unexpected shutoffs as part of these safety measures.
➡️Your safety is our priority — thank you for your patience as we work to reduce fire risk in our community.

Quick reminder to customers who mail their payments to us: Please use our P.O. Box address when mailing your payment. Ev...
07/28/2026

Quick reminder to customers who mail their payments to us: Please use our P.O. Box address when mailing your payment. Even though we are temporarily at a different physical address, the preferred mailing address is:
McMinnville Water & Light
P.O. Box 638
McMinnville, OR 97128
This will ensure that your mail will not be delayed.
💲Money-saving tip! Did you know the price of Forever stamps increased 4 cents -- from 78 cents to 82 cents -- on July 12? Skip the mail and save money by signing up for SmartHub to pay your bill online. You can schedule your payment so you know it gets paid on time, and you'll save money. Sign up on our website.

Did you hear the thunder? Thunderstorms are in the area, so as you know, storms increase the chances of power outages.He...
07/22/2026

Did you hear the thunder? Thunderstorms are in the area, so as you know, storms increase the chances of power outages.
Here are some quick steps you can take to be prepared now:
✅Make sure your phones, laptops, and other essential devices are charged.
✅Keep flashlights and extra batteries handy.
✅Unplug sensitive electronics to protect them from power surges.
✅Report outages by calling 503-472-6158.
✅Check our website or social media (Facebook, Instagram, and Nextdoor) for outage updates.
✅Remember to stay clear of downed power lines and report them immediately.
✅Check our outage page for more information: https://www.mc-power.com/electric/report-an-outage/

How long does it take to replace a power pole?When a pole is damaged, our crews work as quickly and safely as possible t...
07/21/2026

How long does it take to replace a power pole?
When a pole is damaged, our crews work as quickly and safely as possible to restore power. A pole replacement takes 4–8 hours and can take longer depending on the location, weather, and complexity of the equipment attached.
Here’s what happens during the process:
🔴Crews secure the area and remove the damaged pole
🔴A new pole is delivered, placed, and set
🔴 Lines and equipment are transferred and tested
🟢Power is restored once everything is safe and ready
After a damaging storm, dozens or even hundreds of poles can be broken, so it can take days or weeks to restore power in the aftermath. This is why we encourage everyone to have an emergency plan and be prepared.
If you ever see a damaged pole, stay back and report it right away. Also, do not approach line workers on the job as the scene may not be safe, and it will delay the restoration process.

If you are planning to be at the McMinnville Farmers Market this week, stop by and see us there! McMinnville Water & Lig...
07/15/2026

If you are planning to be at the McMinnville Farmers Market this week, stop by and see us there! McMinnville Water & Light customers can pick up a free moisture meter, and we can give you all the details about energy efficiency rebates or how to get a free energy audit. We have other giveaways as well. This is the last time we will be at the Farmers Market this year, so visit our booth tomorrow!

The McMinnville Water & Light Commission will conduct a public hearing Tuesday, July 21, at 5 p.m. at McMinnville Water ...
07/14/2026

The McMinnville Water & Light Commission will conduct a public hearing Tuesday, July 21, at 5 p.m. at McMinnville Water & Light, 340 NE Kirby Street. The purpose of the hearing is to consider changes to water rates and charges.
Go to our website to read the agenda and packet materials and find information about how to submit comments, how to join on Zoom, or how to watch the livestream on YouTube.

La Comisión de Agua y Electricidad de McMinnville (McMinnville Water & Light Commission) celebrará una audiencia pública el martes 21 de julio a las 5:00 p. m. en las instalaciones de McMinnville Water & Light, ubicadas en 340 NE Kirby Street. El objetivo de la audiencia es analizar cambios en las tarifas y los cargos por el servicio de agua.
Visite nuestro sitio web para consultar el orden del día y la documentación correspondiente, así como para obtener información sobre cómo enviar comentarios, unirse a la reunión por Zoom o ver la transmisión en vivo a través de YouTube.

FYI, you might notice MW&L crews installing these new devices on power lines around McMinnville. These are fault indicat...
07/06/2026

FYI, you might notice MW&L crews installing these new devices on power lines around McMinnville. These are fault indicators, and here's what these smart devices do:
✅Monitor the grid: They constantly track the electrical current flowing through power lines.
✅Spot sudden trouble: They instantly sense abnormal electrical surges caused by things like falling tree branches.
✅Signal our teams: When a fault happens, they trigger a flashing LED light.
✅Isolate outages: Finding damaged equipment faster helps us secure potential hazards quickly, possibly reducing the duration of the outage.
Here's what these devices don't do:
❌They are not cameras, so they do not take photos or record video or audio.
❌They do not prevent outages but can help us assess the outage more quickly.
➡️Is there anything customers need to do? No. If you see an indicator flashing, you do not need to call. And as always, do not attempt to touch or tamper with the device, power lines, poles or any other MW&L equipment.
If you have any questions, let us know.

Address

855 NE Marsh Lane
McMinnville, OR
97128

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+15034726158

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