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Oregon Council to Increase River Testing After Toxic Spill

1/24/2026

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The Sheridan, Oregon City Council will increase testing of the South Yamhill River after Stella-Jones, a wood treatment company, released toxic stormwater into the water.
The council will consult environmental researchers and state regulators for a new testing strategy, with testing to begin in summer 2026.
Crayfish downstream disappeared, signaling ecological harm.
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is investigating site contamination, with findings indicating risks to wildlife from toxic substances.

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The Sheridan, Oregon City Council will increase testing of the South Yamhill River after Stella-Jones, a wood treatment company, released toxic stormwater into the water.
The council will consult environmental researchers and state regulators for a new testing strategy, with testing to begin in summer 2026.
Crayfish downstream disappeared, signaling ecological harm.
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is investigating site contamination, with findings indicating risks to wildlife from toxic substances.