1. Emergency Preparedness

    Lewis County Public Health & Social Services is continually working to improve local capacity to respond to public health emergencies. Emergencies and disasters can impact the public's health in many ways. We are working to enhance our Department's internal readiness, in addition to our ability to work more collaboratively with community partners, emergency responders, and elected officials.The Emergency Preparedness Team leads the Department's efforts to prepare for and respond to public health emergencies in Lewis County. This team includes the Department Director, the Health Officer, Emergency Preparedness Coordinator, Environmental Health Specialists, Communicable Disease staff, and other programs and organizations. Important …


    Public Health - March 24, 2016, 8:12 a.m.

  2. Preventing Accidental 9-1-1 calls

    Preventing Accidental 9-1-1 CallsEach month over 1200 Wireless 911 calls for service are received by Lewis County Communications. Cell phones have proven to be invaluable tools for help in an emergency. Quick access to 911 services is a common reason people choose to purchase wireless phones.However, wireless phones can easily dial 911 without the phone owner being aware that a 911 call has been made. It is estimated that accidental dialing causes over 20% of the wireless 911 calls in Lewis County. Accidental 911 calls can occur when a phone is placed in a pocket or purse, and gets bumped. …


    911 Communications - March 7, 2012, 8:34 a.m.

  3. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

    How do I quash my warrant?Each court handles quashing warrants differently. Contact the court your warrant is issued from for more information.Who is my attorney?If you have already screened and been assigned an attorney you should have received the name and phone number to your assigned attorney. If you have lost this information please email public.defense@lewiscountywa.gov for further assistance.When is my next court date?Contact your attorney for your next court date or contact the court that your matter is out of. You may also enter your information into Find My Court Date link to obtain the next court date.How can …


    Public Defense - April 15, 2025, 1:52 p.m.

  4. 25-219 Approve an interlocal agreement between Lewis County and the City of Centralia regarding work by county crews and authorize signatures thereon.

    Please see the attached agreement.


    Commissioners - Aug. 6, 2025, 11:46 a.m.

  5. Airports

    Chehalis-Centralia Airport (CLS) Ed Carlson Memorial Field - South Lewis County Airport (TDO) Packwood Airport (55S) Improvement Plans Airport Hanger Rates


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

  6. Solid Waste Advisory Committee (SWAC) and Solid & Hazardous Waste Management Plan

    About SWAC The Lewis County Solid Waste Advisory Committee (SWAC) serves in an advisory capacity in the development of programs and policies concerning solid waste handling and disposal and to review and comment upon proposed rules, policies, or ordinances prior to their adoption (RCW 70A.205.110). The SWAC also assists Lewis County Solid Waste Utility staff in the development of a five-year “Solid Waste Management Plan” to help guide how Lewis County manages garbage and recycling now, and into the future.SWAC members are citizens, members of public interest groups, professionals from the business and agricultural community, operators of solid waste collection …


    Solid Waste - Oct. 20, 2020, 4:45 p.m.

  7. Happy New Year! Transfer stations are closed!

    Welcome 2026! Transfer stations in Centralia and Morton are closed today, Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026, in observance of the New Year's Day holiday. They will resume regular hours on Friday.


    Solid Waste - Sept. 8, 2025, 11:29 a.m.

  8. Transfer stations are closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday

    Transfer stations in Centralia and Morton are closed today, Jan. 19, 2026, in observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday. They will resume regular hours on Tuesday.


    Solid Waste - Sept. 8, 2025, 11:34 a.m.

  9. Enjoy the Labor Day holiday! Lewis County transfer stations are closed

    Lewis County transfer stations in Centralia and Morton are closed today, Monday, Sept. 1, in observance of the Labor Day Holiday. They will resume regular hours tomorrow, Tuesday, Sept. 2.


    Solid Waste - April 18, 2025, 9:51 a.m.

  10. Road Conditions

    Current Lewis County Road Conditions WSDOT Traffic camera / construction sites: http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/traffic/CentraliaChehalis/default.aspxhttp://www.wsdot.wa.gov/traffic/swcam.aspxhttp://www.wsdot.wa.gov/traffic/trafficalerts/southwest.aspxhttp://www.wsdot.wa.gov/Regions/SouthWest/Constructionhttp://www.wsdot.wa.gov/Regions/SouthWest Resources The Cement Treated Base Process


    Public Works - Feb. 28, 2011, 9:14 a.m.