1. Kudzu

    Pueraria montana var. lobata Kudzu - A perennial trailing or climbing vine. It grows at a very fast rate and can easily take over an area if left unchecked.Leaves: Alternate and compound leaves with three oval shaped leaf sections.Flowers: Flowers bloom from May-June. Purple to reddish purple flowers clustered along a center stem that grows about a foot long. The flowers are similar to pea flowers and are fragrant.Habitat: Well drained eroded or degraded land or sandy loam soils in full sun.Weed Classification: AWhy is it a Noxious Weed?A highly aggressive plant that smothers anything in its path. It can …


    Weed Control - Sept. 29, 2022, 10:57 a.m.

  2. 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.

  3. Issue a Request for Proposals (RFP) to Solicit Qualified Providers to Deliver Coordinated Entry (CE) Services in Lewis County.

    Please see the attached notice.


    Commissioners - Nov. 7, 2025, 9:28 a.m.

  4. Notice of Intent to Revise Lewis County's 5-Year Housing and Homelessness Strategic Plan. The county plans to adopt a final plan by December 2025.

    Please see the attached notice.


    Commissioners - April 24, 2025, 11:35 a.m.

  5. 25-275 Notice of hearing for the renewal of a franchise to AT&T to install, construct, operate and maintain telecommunications facilities in Lewis County rights of way.

    Please see the attached notice.


    Commissioners - Oct. 8, 2025, 11:44 a.m.

  6. Notice of hearing for the renewal of a franchise to Cardinal FG Company to install, construct, operate and maintain natural gas utility facilities in Lewis County rights of way.

    Please see the attached notice.


    Commissioners - Oct. 30, 2025, 11:20 a.m.

  7. Storm Prediction Closes Lewis County Transfer Stations Early

    ***Alert: Lewis County transfer stations in Centralia and Morton are closing early today, March 26, 2025, due to the predicted storm approaching. Morton will close at 2 p.m. and Centralia will close at 3 p.m.***


    Solid Waste - March 26, 2025, 2:01 p.m.

  8. Kennel Operating Permit

    Lewis County requires dog kennels to obtain a permit yearly along with an inspection to assure that the animals are cared for appropriately. Lewis County Code 6.15 Which permit do I need? Application Dog Kennel FAQs


    Code Compliance - June 8, 2022, 8:43 a.m.

  9. Recycling in Lewis County

    Recycling Information by Item Curbside Recycling Is Now Available County-Wide Community Recycle Events, Programs & Workshops Transfer Station Recycling: Free to Drop Off Transfer Station Recycling: Pay to Drop Off Community Glass Recycling Boxes Other Recycling Options


    Solid Waste - Sept. 11, 2015, 3:29 p.m.

  10. FEMA Maps

    If you want to find out if your property is in a designated flood zone, you can go to the "FEMA Map Service Center"FEMA Map Service Centerproposed fema flood mapsProposed FEMA Flood Maps are available for viewing here:Proposed FEMA MapsDefinitions of Zones designations


    Emergency Management - Nov. 24, 2010, 9:51 a.m.