Public Works

Public Works provides land use, construction, solid waste, code compliance, and road information and services to the public.

Current Building Hours are Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. The building is closed on Fridays

  • Main Line: (209) 533-5601
  • Airports (209) 533-5685
  • Business: (209) 533-5972
  • Roads, Fleet Services and Engineering (209) 533-5601 option #1
  • Solid Waste (209) 533-5588
  • GIS (209) 533-5629
  • Surveying (209) 533-5626

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Public Works Vision

To provide exceptional services to our community and visitors ensuring Tuolumne County is a desirable location for future generations.

Public Works Mission

We will be reliable, responsive and resourceful in our pursuit of the vision.

Reliability – we will maintain a well-trained, properly-equipped workforce through employee development, inclusive workplace culture and sound resource investments.

Responsiveness – with technology and innovation, we will continually improve response time and efficiencies.

Resourcefulness – we will provide creative, fiscally-responsible solutions that meet local, state and federal regulations.

Public Works Values

Integrity – even when no one is looking; when things get tough

Teamwork – build trust with each other and the public

Respect – treat everyone fairly; listen

Commitment – be there for your team, the community; do your best every day

  1. 11/15/2025 America Recycles Day Event

    Recycling event for Tuolumne County residents Read on...
  2. 2025 Household Hazardous Waste Events

  3. Monthly Mattress and E-Waste Collection

    Tuolumne County Public Works Department, Solid Waste Division is pleased to announce a new option for recycling mattresses and electronic waste. Read on...
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