1. Bring sensitive documents for shredding to Repair & Sustainability Fair

    Residents may bring up to 3 bags or boxes or sensitive documents they would like to have shredded. There is no charge for this service. The shredded paper will be recycled at a paper recycling facility. The event will be offered from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. as part of the spring Repair & Sustainability Fair at the SWFT Center at Centralia College, 807 W. Pear St.


    Solid Waste - Nov. 22, 2024, 12:01 p.m.

  2. East end residents can shred sensitive documents in Randle

    The LeMay Mobile Shredding truck will be at the Community Recycle Event at the Lewis County (Kiona) Road Shop, 8911 US Hwy 12, Randle from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Residents may bring up to 3 bags or boxes or sensitive documents they would like to have shredded. There is no charge for this service. The shredded paper will be hauled to a paper recycling facility for processing.


    Solid Waste - June 9, 2025, 11:01 a.m.

  3. Emergency Operations Center

    Current EOC Activation Level Level 3: Normal Operations EOC Activation Level Definitions Level 3: Normal OperationsEmergency Management is actively monitoring for alerts, watches, and warnings. No immediate threat exists, and daily operations continue as normal.Level 2: Partial ActivationAn incident or event has occurred—or is likely to occur—that may significantly impact the community. Emergency Management is coordinating resources, and there is potential for the situation to escalate.Level 1: Full ActivationA major emergency or disaster is underway or imminent, possibly involving multiple jurisdictions. Extended operations and 24/7 staffing may be required. Local jurisdictions may issue or have issued emergency or disaster declarations.


    Emergency Management - March 13, 2020, 9:09 a.m.

  4. Residents can have sensitive documents shredded today

    The LeMay Mobile Shredding truck will be at the Community Recycle Event at the old Meskill Drop Box, 3127 State Route 6, Chehalis, across from the River Road in the Doty-Dryad area 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Residents may bring up to 3 bags or boxes or sensitive documents they would like to have shredded. There is no charge for this service. The shredded paper will be hauled to a paper recycling facility for processing.


    Solid Waste - June 9, 2025, 11:18 a.m.

  5. Sensitive document shredding service offered in Chehalis

    Residents may bring up to 5 bags or boxes or sensitive documents they would like to have shredded. This is a free community service. The shredded paper will be recycled at a paper recycling facility. The event will be offered from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. as part of the spring Repair & Sustainability Fair at the Chehalis Outfitters, 1757 N. National Ave., Chehalis, WA. Funded in part by a Local Solid Waste and Financial Assistance Grant from the Department of Ecology.


    Solid Waste - March 17, 2026, 12:20 p.m.

  6. Parks & Recreation

    The Lewis County Parks & Recreation Department handles the Southwest Washington Fair and County Parks (including the Fairgrounds)County Parks include: Schaefer, South County, Rose Park, Packwood River Access, and the Southwest Washington Fairgrounds as well as community venues Claquato Church and St. Urban Church. The Parks & Rec Department is developing opportunities for year-round recreation in your parks.The Southwest Washington Fair showcases Southwest Washington and its agricultural, industrial heritage and future, displays the accomplishments of our regional community and encourages learning through participation, competition and observation.Mission Statement: The mission is to inspire community pride.Strategic Priorities:Increase Revenue to Support the Parks.Develop, …


    Parks & Recreation - Sept. 2, 2021, 3:31 p.m.

  7. Corrections/Jail

    CORRECTIONS BUREAU– CHIEF CHRIS SWEET The Corrections Bureau encompasses the Lewis County Jail. The Lewis County Jail was remodeled in 2005 and is approximately 69,000 square feet.The Corrections Bureau is comprised of a Captain, Lieutenant, six Sergeants, forty-one Corrections Deputies, an Administrative Assistant and five Support Technicians. CUSTODY DIVISION: The Custody Division is directly supervised by a Lieutenant and consists of four custody squads. A sergeant leads each squad and each squad is comprised of seven or eight Corrections Deputies. The Custody squads work 12 hour shifts, and have 3-4 days off per week. The shifts rotate every three months …


    Sheriff - March 16, 2016, 4:22 p.m.

  8. Tools, Treasures, Treats & Cider!

    Plan to attend Tools, Treasures, Treats & Cider, the second day of the Master Recycler Composters of Lewis County's first tool and bake sale to raise money to support the new MRC Tool Bucket Library from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 11 at the Floral Park Sustainability Park, 103 E. Floral St., Centralia. This second day of the sale will feature a cider press where members of the public are invited to bring their own apples and containers. Apples will be pressed on a first-come, first-served basis during the event. Donated tools will be for sale as well as …


    Solid Waste - July 18, 2025, 9:46 a.m.

  9. About Public Works

    Public Works Director: Geoff SoderquistCounty Engineer: Wesley AndersonLewis County Public Works' primary responsibilities are the maintenance and construction of the county road network and the operation of the solid waste utility. The department has seven main divisions: Administration, Engineering Services, Traffic, Maintenance & Operations, Real Estate Services, Utilities, and Solid Waste.It is the intent of the Department to enhance service by increasing our communication with the public, by developing an organizational culture that both encourages individual responsibility and fosters teamwork/cooperation, and by implementing project management techniques to help achieve our goals. The duties and responsibilities of the Public Works Department …


    Public Works - Sept. 16, 2021, 1:30 p.m.

  10. Solid Waste / Hazardous Program

    Medication Drop Box Program Known Toxic Sites Tire Recycling Events Exempt & Permitted Sites The Solid and Hazardous Waste Program is a division of Lewis County Environmental Health. Our duties include permitting of waste sites, incinerators, demolition sites, and landfill permits. We also resolve potential public health issues relating to solid and hazardous wastes.For issues such as hulk vehicles, leaking septics, solid waste build-up, or other potential violations, visit Lewis County Code Compliance.If you are looking for information on solid and hazardous waste planning, education, and collection, visit Lewis County Solid Waste Utilities.For more information on Solid and Hazardous Waste …


    Environmental Health - Oct. 23, 2014, 1:58 p.m.