Urban Flood Safety & Water Quality District

02/04/2026

We're recruiting our next Executive Director! This role requires strong political and organizational acumen, the ability to build consensus among diverse stakeholders, and a practical, forward-looking approach to complex public infrastructure and environmental challenges.

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💧The Urban Flood Safety & Water Quality District, headquartered in Portland, OR - is looking for their next Executive Director!
To view the full position profile and to apply, please visit: https://prothman.com/open-recruitments/?jobId=3347

10/09/2025

October 16 2025 UFSWQD Board Meeting Materials -

The Multnomah County Drainage District protects lives, property and the environment through innovative, proactive flood plain management.

09/02/2025

It's National Preparedness Month! The District is preparing - read how you can prepare too.

09/26/2024

Our most recent newsletter has been released! Learn about our summer projects, and how to prepare for emergencies - https://mailchi.mp/mcdd/high-water-report-for-columbia-river-and-marine-drive-drilling-18228253

09/25/2024

Floods are becoming increasingly more common in a changing climate. The UFSWQD is hard at work reducing flood risk by preparing for emergencies and upgrading infrastructure. But the risk of flooding is never zero. Start preparing today.

https://bit.ly/urban-flood-safety

reducefloodrisk.org

09/17/2024

The UFSWQD team is hard at work preparing to upgrade and improve the region’s century-old flood management system along the Columbia River. While these investments will help our region be better prepared, we can never fully eliminate flood risk. A few hours of preparation can make a big difference for you and your family. Learn more at https://bit.ly/urban-flood-safety and ReduceFloodRisk.org

09/03/2024

With the start of the rainy season comes an elevated risk of flooding within the levee protected area. As the District prepares for the flood season, now is a good time to prepare yourself and your family. Visit the https://bit.ly/urban-flood-safety and ReduceFloodRisk.org to learn more.

The UFSWQD equitably reduces flood risk and prepares for and responds to emergencies by maintaining levees, conveying water, and implementing nature-based solutions.

07/16/2024

The Urban Flood Safety & Water Quality District is operational!

On July 1st, 2024, the Urban Flood Safety & Water Quality District took over management of the flood safety system along the Columbia River. This consolidation will result in a more efficient governance structure and reflects the fact that the flood protection infrastructure functions as one system.

Learn more at

The Urban Flood Safety & Water Quality District (the “UFSWQD”) was created by the Oregon State Legislature during the 2019 legislative session to modernize the management of 27 miles of levee and water conveyance system that run from North Portland through Gresham, Fairview, and Troutdale. This ...

07/03/2024

Flood Safety News: July 2024 -

The Multnomah County Drainage District protects lives, property and the environment through innovative, proactive flood plain management.

06/13/2024

Calling all regional leaders! The Urban Flood Safety & Water Quality District is recruiting for board members. This agency was formed to operate and maintain the flood safety infrastructure along the Columbia River, and to integrate equity, nature-based solutions, climate preparedness and nature-based solutions into flood management.

This is an exciting leadership opportunity for anyone interested in flood safety, emergency preparedness, equity, and environmental justice & conversation.

Interested? Visit our website here: https://ow.ly/IAWj50SilJ7 and fill out this interest form https://ow.ly/auCZ50SilJ6.

Prospective candidates are also encouraged to attend an information session on July 18th.

05/22/2024

🌊 Exciting news! Voters have approved Measure 26-243, supporting flood safety in northern Multnomah County!

This bond measure allows the Urban Flood Safety & Water Quality District to issue up to $150 million in bonds to upgrade and improve our century-old flood safety infrastructure along the Columbia River. This also unlocks an additional $100 million in federal matching funds!

The upgrades include levee improvements, pump stations, and flood walls, which will ultimately make our region more resilient to extreme weather and flooding. This means greater protection for our community and key assets like the Portland International Airport and our drinking water supply.

A big thank you to our board, staff, community members, and partners for your support and collaboration. We’ll keep you updated on the progress of these vital projects. Together, we’re building a safer, more resilient future! 💧💪