Anytime you are doing a project that involves excavation, you are required to notify all utility companies that could potentially be affected by your excavation so that they may come out and mark their lines to avoid dangerous and/or costly damages. Rather than calling them all individually, simply call 811 or submit your request online at https://www.digsafewa.com/. You must submit a locate request at least 2 full business days (not including weekends and holidays) before breaking ground. 

Harsh weather conditions can cause electrical outages or water line breaks from a variety of reasons – heavy winds, ice on the lines, freezing temperatures or even floods. Knowing a few tips ahead of time is a great way to prepare for a variety of potential emergencies.

Crews are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If your electric or water utility services are interrupted, be sure to report the outage to us as soon as possible. If you see downed power lines stay away from the area and call us right away.  During normal business hours call 360-795-3266 or 360-465-2171. 

After hours outages call Wahkiakum County Sheriff's Office dispatch at 360-795-3312 or 360-465-2202. 

Looking for a way to make a difference? Consider donating to the Residential Energy Assistance Program (REAP). Voluntary donations are accepted any time and in any amount at the office, by phone, by mail and with your utility payment or elect to have REAP contributions automatically included on your monthly billing statements. All donations remain in Wahkiakum County to help local families in need.