1. Equal Opportunity Employment

    Lewis County is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual preference, military or veteran status, disability, pregnancy or any other basis protected by law, in employment or the provision of services.


    Human Resources - April 21, 2015, 11:22 a.m.


  2. Mental Health

    Lewis County Juvenile Court works closely with Cascade Mental Health and other providers to ensure the safety and well-being of all in custody youth.Crisis Counselors are on-call 24/7 for any youth needing to speak to a counselor for any immediate concern that arises.Cascade Mental HealthCentralia:2428 W Reynolds Ave, Centralia, WA 98531(360) 330-9044Chehalis:135 W Main St, Chehalis, WA 98532(360) 748-4339


    Juvenile Court - Aug. 2, 2021, 11:40 a.m.


  3. Projects

    Eradication: Class A Noxious Weeds Class A noxious weeds are Lewis County Noxious Weed Control's highest priority for early detection and rapid eradication. Generally, these noxious weeds are either entirely absent in Washington State or are only present in a very limited distribution. As such, and as required by law, the management goal for these weed species is total eradication in all plant parts. Garlic mustard, Giant hogweed, False brome and Milk thistle are all examples of Class A noxious weeds that have become more common in the state in recent years and could conceivably arrive in Lewis County from …


    Weed Control - March 20, 2015, 1:11 p.m.


  4. Important Links

    Safety National Safety CouncilEvergreen Safety CouncilWISHA - Safety & HealthL&I Core Safety RulesBicycling in WashingtonWA State Traffic Cameras Unemployment Employment Security DeptMonster JobsWashington State DOPWorkSourceJob Hunt Health & Wellness US Preventative MedicineAmerican Heart AssociationUS Health & Human ServicesActive Healthy LifestylesAmerican Cancer SocietyAICRWCIF


    Risk Management - Sept. 11, 2015, 1:56 p.m.


  5. Residents can recycle motor oil today (5/7)

    Lewis County residents can drop off unwanted household chemicals, up to five gallons of used motor oil, and up to 10 burned out fluorescent light bulbs at Hazo Hut at the Lewis County Central Transfer Station, 1411 S. Tower Ave., Centralia, today from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. These are the limits for each household each day that the Hazo Hut is open. This time is reserved for residential customers only. Business customers must make an appointment by calling 360-740-1221 or emailing swu@lewiscountywa.gov.


    Solid Waste - April 8, 2025, 12:28 p.m.


  6. Burned out fluorescent lights can be recycled today

    Lewis County residents can drop off unwanted household chemicals, up to five gallons of used motor oil, and up to 10 burned out fluorescent light bulbs at Hazo Hut at the Lewis County Central Transfer Station, 1411 S. Tower Ave., Centralia, today from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. These are the limits for each household each day that the Hazo Hut is open. This time is reserved for residential customers only. Business customers must make an appointment by calling 360-740-1221 or emailing swu@lewiscountywa.gov.


    Solid Waste - April 8, 2025, 1:11 p.m.


  7. Used motor oil from residents accepted at Hazo Hut today

    Lewis County residents can drop off unwanted household chemicals, up to five gallons of used motor oil, and up to 10 burned out fluorescent light bulbs at Hazo Hut at the Lewis County Central Transfer Station, 1411 S. Tower Ave., Centralia, today from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. These are the limits for each household each day that the Hazo Hut is open. This time is reserved for residential customers only. Business customers must make an appointment by calling 360-740-1221.


    Solid Waste - May 8, 2025, 1:12 p.m.


  8. Recycle up to 10 fluorescent bulbs at Hazo Hut today

    Hazo Hut at the Lewis County Central Transfer Station, 1411 S. Tower Ave., Centralia, is open today from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Residential customers can drop off the following items for free up to 10 burned out fluorescent lights, leftover household chemicals, and up to 5 gallons of used motor oil or antifreeze. The household hazardous waste collection facility is open every Wednesday and the first and third Saturday of each month from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.


    Solid Waste - May 8, 2025, 1:15 p.m.


  9. Notice of Closure

    Lewis County Community Development, Public Works, and Public Health & Social Services will be closed on Wednesday November 19, 2025 from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM for All Staff Training for a New Permitting Software. NO Building Inspections or Site Visits will occur on November 19, 2025.We appreciate your patience during this transition. For more information, please see the Press Release.


    Community Development - Nov. 12, 2025, 11:10 a.m.


  10. Fluorescent lights can be dropped off at Hazo Hut

    Lewis County residents can drop off unwanted household chemicals, up to five gallons of used motor oil, and up to 10 burned out fluorescent light bulbs at Hazo Hut at the Lewis County Central Transfer Station, 1411 S. Tower Ave., Centralia, today from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. These are the limits for each household each day that the Hazo Hut is open. This time is reserved for residential customers only. Business customers must make an appointment by calling 360-740-1221 or emailing swu@lewiscountywa.gov.


    Solid Waste - Dec. 27, 2024, 11:58 a.m.