1. Search & Rescue

    The Lewis County Search and Rescue program is under the guidance and direction of the Lewis County Sheriff and his designees. The program is greatly dependent upon the efforts of many volunteers from the local communities and could not exist without their dedication.In 1959 the Mossyrock Search and Rescue Unit was developed to fill the need for an organized search and rescue unit. They were joined by Salkum in 1977 and Packwood in 1978. In 1986 the Civil Air Patrol organized the Fire Mountain Squadron.The Sheriff's Posse was reorganized as a SAR unit in 1987 and the Cascade Dogs Unit …


    Sheriff - March 8, 2016, 1 p.m.

  2. 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.

  3. Animal Control Officer/Code Compliance Officer

    Please call the non emergency number at 360-740-1105 to report an animal concern. Works with the Lewis County Sheriff’s Office to respond to animal related complaints dispatched through the Lewis County Dispatch Center during normal business hoursInvestigates complaints of animals at-large, animal bites, prohibited activities of animals, and animal cruelty


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

  4. Probation

    Probation The Probation Department works closely with youth(s), parent(s), school(s), law enforcement, and other community services to ensure youth are meeting the terms of their probation while working to become responsible citizens. Our officers strive to provide a balance between accountability and rehabilitation in an effort to change behavior in a positive way. Probation Manager Rickie Anders (360) 740-2626Ricolena.Anders@lewiscountywa.gov Probation Officers Lee Montgomery (360) 740-2682Lee.Montgomery@lewiscountywa.govDean A. Durant (360) 740-2634Dean.Durant@lewiscountywa.govJennifer A. Walker (360)740-2631Jennifer.Walker@lewiscountywa.govDulce Cabrera (360) 740-2628Dulce.Cabrera@lewiscountywa.govPaul Wirkkala (360) 740-2633Paul.Wirkkala@lewiscountywa.govJay Nedry (360) 740-2629Jay.Nedry@lewiscountywa.govSeth Foster (360) 740-2627Seth.Foster@lewiscountywa.govElyssa Brown (360) 740-2726Elyssa.Brown@lewiscountywa.gov


    Juvenile Court - Jan. 21, 2016, 7:49 a.m.

  5. 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.

  6. Departments


    Jan. 23, 2019, 4:12 p.m.

  7. Leaf Exchange Event: Final Day!

    Rake up and bag your leaves so gardeners and composters can put them to good use. Bagged leaves may be dropped off on the event day. Leaves will be available for pickup on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last. WSU Lewis County Master Recycler Composter volunteers will be on hand to inspect leaves and help the event run smoothly. The event is across the street from its normal location and will be a drive-through event at the Floral Park Sustainability Project at the corner of Floral Street and South Tower Avenue in Centralia. No garbage, other yard waste, or …


    Solid Waste - July 7, 2025, 10:22 a.m.

  8. Leaf Event 2025: First Day!

    Rake up and bag your leaves so gardeners and composters can put them to good use. Bagged leaves may be dropped off on the event day. Leaves will be available for pickup today on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last. (A second event is scheduled for 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 22) WSU Lewis County Master Recycler Composter volunteers will be on hand to inspect leaves and help the event run smoothly. The event is across the street from its normal location and will be a drive-through event at the Floral Park Sustainability Project at the corner of …


    Solid Waste - July 7, 2025, 10:23 a.m.

  9. Organics/Yard Waste

    Transfer Station Yard Waste Drop Off Curbside Organics Pick-Up Program WSU Lewis County Master Recycler Composter Volunteers Classes/Workshops, Become a Master Recycler Composter, Floral Street Sustainability Park City of Chehalis Organics Permit Program Other Yard Waste Options


    Solid Waste - Jan. 23, 2019, 4:47 p.m.

  10. Assessor

    About Contact The mission of the Lewis County Assessor's Office is to appraise all property equally and fairly, maintaining accurate assessment information for taxation purposes, while being courteous and professional to Lewis County taxpayers. more » Lewis County Assessor 351 NW North St Chehalis, WA, 98532 (360) 740-1392 Contact the Assessor News An Explanation of the Property Tax System Assessor | December 04, 2025 More Posts How Property Taxes Work Events There are no upcoming events to show at this time. Meet Ross Nielson "A lifelong Washington resident, Ross has lived in the Winlock area for over 22 years. He …


    Assessor - Jan. 23, 2019, 4:12 p.m.