Columbia County

The official page of Columbia County, Oregon Columbia County is located in northwest Oregon, along the Columbia River, with St. Helens as its county seat.

Home to more than 53,000 residents, the county balances economic opportunity, environmental stewardship, and quality public services. With nearly 62 miles of Columbia River shoreline, Columbia County offers a strong connection to industry, recreation, and the natural landscapes that define our community.

05/29/2026

🏅 Several Columbia County employees were recently recognized by the FBI Portland Field Office for their leadership, collaboration, and commitment to public safety.

The recognition was also acknowledged by the Columbia County Board of Commissioners during its May 27 public meeting.

See the full release and photos below.

05/21/2026

⚠️ Columbia County offices and non-essential services will be closed Friday, May 22 for a scheduled furlough day and Monday, May 25 for Memorial Day.

County operations will resume Tuesday, May 26.

🚨 Life-threatening emergency? Call 9-1-1
📞 Non-emergency situations? Call Columbia County Dispatch at (503) 397-1521.

05/15/2026

♻️ Columbia County has launched a new year-round Battery Recycling Drop-off Program at the Columbia County Transfer Station.

Proper battery disposal helps reduce fire risks in garbage trucks and waste facilities while giving residents a safer and easier recycling option.

Learn more in the attached press release and flyer.

05/12/2026

⚠️ PARKS RESERVATION UPDATE: Columbia County Parks is switching to a new online reservation system beginning Wednesday. Online camping reservations will be temporarily unavailable during the transition. Please see the full release below for details.

05/04/2026

⚠️ Household Hazardous Waste Event – Rainier

A Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) collection event is coming to Rainier.

Bring unwanted items like paint, chemicals, batteries, and automotive fluids for safe disposal. See the flyer for full details.

This is a simple way to protect your home, community, and environment.

04/20/2026

⚠️ SHARPS DISPOSAL REMINDER

Improperly discarded needles are being found in roadways and waterways.

Columbia County offers a free disposal program for residents.

Details in the release below.

04/13/2026

𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲: Columbia County officially recognized April 6–12, 2026 as National Public Health Week.

This year’s theme, “𝘙𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘺. 𝘚𝘦𝘵. 𝘈𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯!”, highlights the progress made in public health and the steps we can all take to support a healthier community.

04/08/2026

⚠️ 𝗖𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗧𝗬 𝗦𝗘𝗥𝗩𝗜𝗖𝗘 𝗨𝗣𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘

Columbia County offices and non-essential services will be closed on Friday, April 10, 2026, for a scheduled furlough day. Offices will reopen on Monday.

Report urgent issues like roadway hazards or request non-emergency law enforcement assistance by calling 503-397-1521.

04/01/2026

April is Alcohol Awareness Month. Take a moment to learn how alcohol affects your health and find resources to support safer choices.

03/20/2026

🚧 𝗥𝗢𝗔𝗗 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗦 𝗨𝗣𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘
Heath and Apiary Roads are open. Holbrook Road remains closed due to a washout.

See full update below.

Address

230 Strand St
Saint Helens, OR
97051

Telephone

+15033977210

Website

http://www.columbiacountyor.gov/

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