Exceptional Public Services

Wherever you live or work in Cowlitz County, Cowlitz County Department of Public Works serves you. Clean water to drink, solid waste services and safe roads are all services the Department provides. So, how can we help you today?

Cowlitz County Department of Public Works project awarded Project of the Year. Click here for project details and here for press release.

Compost Bins are IN! Click here for more details!

Engineering - Prepares project plans, designs and specifications; obtains permits and inspects construction projects; reviews various permits needed for work in the right-of-way.

Road Operations - Maintains County roads and drainage systems, including chip sealing, culverts, road marking and signage, snow and ice removal and many other activities. 

Utilities - Operates and maintains water and sewer districts throughout the County in addition to providing support for several local diking and drainage districts.

Solid Waste - All waste generated in Cowlitz County is handled through the Solid Waste Division. Also managed are the Tenant Way Landfill, Household Hazardous Waste Program and other programs to reduce waste and reuse valuable materials.

Stormwater - As a regionally emerging issue, stormwater is a complex topic. We have assembled all related documents into one area for your convenience.

Community - Several programs are directed towards public consumption. Check this page out - we have something for you!