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A [[Volunteer Support Functions Introduction and Directory|Volunteer Support Function (VSF)]] is a functional area under which volunteers carry out their responsibilities. Each VSF is broken into position assignments. VSF 03.03 is the position assigned to NETs when volunteering with the [https://urbanfloodsafetyor.gov/about-us/ Urban Flood Safety & Water Quality District] (UFSWQD) as a Levee Inspection Team Member.
A [[Volunteer Support Functions Introduction and Directory|Volunteer Support Function (VSF)]] is a functional area under which volunteers carry out their responsibilities. Each VSF is broken into position assignments. VSF 03.03.02 is the position assigned to NETs when volunteering with the [https://urbanfloodsafetyor.gov/about-us/ Urban Flood Safety & Water Quality District] (UFSWQD) as a Debris Removal Task Force Member.


The UFSWQD manages 27 miles of levees that divert Columbia River and Lower Columbia Slough floodwaters away from properties within the District boundaries. Though the levee system is well maintained, there are still known areas with risk drivers that should receive special attention during emergency response.
The UFSWQD drainage system is made up of interconnected basins, each served by a pump station and supported by ditches, culverts, and channels that move water away from homes, businesses, and infrastructure. These systems work together to reduce flood risk by keeping water flowing efficiently, especially during storms.


Inspection during high water events is critical to ensure proper operation of the flood management system. By identifying problems early on, issues can be prevented or slowed down. During a flood emergency, monitoring the levee system condition is necessary to ensure that emergency risk reduction measures are initiated quickly to avoid adverse impacts of delayed response.<div class="noautonum">
Routine inspections and debris removal are essential to keeping this system functioning. Clearing vegetation and other obstructions helps prevent blockages, protects infrastructure, and supports emergency response. Volunteer support plays a direct role in safeguarding public safety and preventing localized flooding.<div class="noautonum">
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