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Residential customers can drop off unwanted chemicals in Morton today
Residents may drop of household hazardous waste for free from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. today at the East Lewis County Transfer Station, 6745 U.S. Hwy 12, just east of Morton. Examples of household hazardous materials that can be dropped off are cleaners, lawn, garden, and pool chemicals. Businesses may not bring hazardous materials to the East Lewis County Transfer Station. For more information, please call 360-740-1221 or email swu@lewiscountywa.gov.
Solid Waste - Dec. 27, 2024, 12:32 p.m.
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Hazard Mitigation Plan
The Lewis County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan, is a countywide plan that identifies risks and ways to minimize damage by natural and manmade disasters. The plan is a comprehensive resource document that serves many purposes such as enhancing public awareness, creating a decision tool for management, promoting compliance with Washington State and Federal program requirements, enhancing local policies for hazard mitigation capability, and providing inter-jurisdictional coordination.The federal Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 requires all local governments to create such a disaster plan in order to qualify for hazard mitigation funding.Lewis County tackled this planning effort on a region wide basis, …
Community Development - April 20, 2023, 11:28 a.m.
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Office Hours
Monday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PMTuesday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PMWednesday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PMThursday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PMFriday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PMThe Treasurer's office does not process property transfers after 4 PM. This is to ensure that we have enough time to thoroughly review and process real estate transactions and for documents to be recorded by the Auditor's office prior to closing. Please click here for more information on this policy.
Treasurer - Oct. 21, 2015, 3:48 p.m.
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Recycle fluorescent lights accepted in Morton today (3/12)
Residents may drop of household hazardous waste, including up to 15 compact fluorescent lights, for free from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. today at the East Lewis County Transfer Station, 6745 U.S. Hwy 12, just east of Morton. Examples of household hazardous materials that can be dropped off are cleaners, lawn, garden, and pool chemicals. Businesses may not bring hazardous materials to the East Lewis County Transfer Station. For more information, please call 360-740-1221 or email swu@lewiscountywa.gov.
Solid Waste - Jan. 9, 2026, 3:31 p.m.
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Kids Corner
Sesame Street has a great website for kids with fun games! To visit this website go to: GAMES for kids Click on the links below for more fun things to do with your kids to teach them about emergency preparedness! Comic StripWord Search Puzzle or CrosswordBookEmergency Information for KidsTalk about what emergencies are to kids Here are some puzzles to print and solve to help you learn! "Disaster Math" gamesLearn about weather - clouds, storms, tornadoes
Emergency Management - May 14, 2012, 9:18 a.m.
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Know Your Soil and How to Improve it with Compost!
Know Your Soil and How to Improve it with Compost!: Attend this WSU Lewis County Master Recycler Composter workshop at 11 a.m. Feb. 21 at the Centralia Timberland Library to learn how to test your soil. By knowing your soil type (or which nutrients it may be lacking) you can make it better with compost. Specific topics will include the role of soil and microbes, soil texture and structure, soil nutrients and pH, and more. Email jason.adams@lewiscountywa.gov or call 360-740-1212 to to register.
Solid Waste - Feb. 6, 2026, 12:56 p.m.
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Surface Water / Utilities
The Surface Water / Utilities Section is responsible for the following functions: Reviewing applications of proposed developments for concerns impacting Public Works. Determining that stormwater submittals meet requirements of local stormwater regulations. Addressing drainage of public roads and right-of-ways. Providing hydrologic and hydraulic assistance within Public Works, and to other departments and programs. Obtaining agency environmental permits for Public Works projects. Evaluating adequate stormwater management measures to meet specific local, state, and federal requirements. Administering consultant contracts for specific water management and environmental projects. Applying for grants to fund surface water management and environmental project.
Public Works - May 5, 2009, 3:42 p.m.
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FREE LEGAL CLINICS AVAILABLE
Please see the attached flyer announcing FREE legal clinics held in rural counties: Lewis, Pacific, and Wahkiakum. Clinics are open to the public and operate first come, first-served from 9:30 am to 11:30 am.2026 - Quarter 2 English Flyer2026 - Quarter 2 Spanish FlyerServices Available:Family Law (divorce, parenting plans, child support)Protection OrdersMinor GuardianshipTenant and housing mattersContracts and miscellaneous civil legal issuesDetails:No cost to attendOpen to residents of Lewis, Pacific, Wahkiakum, and surrounding countiesFor questions call (360)425-2579 or email franm@timberlandla.orgTimberland Legal Aid
Clerk - July 16, 2025, 2:48 p.m.
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Installer Info
For information regarding Installer Continuing Education Requirements (CEUs), please see LCC 8.4.320(2)(d).Interested in being added to the Lewis County's list of Certified Installers?The following criteria would need to be met (see LCC 8.4.320):ApplicationNon-refundable $335 feeCurrent state registration certificate and bond in accordance with RCW 18.27 (Registration of Contractors)Passing Lewis County's Installers Test or Certificate of a passing WOSSA Test.We offer a complimentary study guide for Lewis County's Installers Test, which can be found here here: STUDY GUIDEFor more information on becoming a New Certified Septic Installer, Pumper, or Designer, please contact our office 360-740-2718 or visit us at 125 NW …
Environmental Health - Jan. 30, 2020, 2:53 p.m.
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Lewis County Alert
Sign up for notifications HERE. (Existing users can login to change their preferences)Lewis County Alert is the County’s official Emergency Alert & Notification System for life-threatening situations and critical emergencies. This system is used to quickly deliver urgent information when immediate action may be needed, including alerts related to police and fire activity, severe weather, evacuations, public health threats, and other safety emergencies impacting Lewis County.Registration is simple and free, and you choose how you want to receive alerts—by text message, email, or phone call. Getting signed up ensures you receive time-sensitive information directly, helping you make informed decisions during …
Emergency Management - April 5, 2016, 4:47 p.m.