Welcome to the Santa Barbara County Public Works Department
All Public Works administrative offices are closed to the public until further notice. For information, contact us at (805)568-3000.
Committed to efficiently providing, operating and maintaining public works infrastructure, facilities and services to make everyday life as safe and convenient as possible for the public we serve.
Latest News and Events
- Flood Preparedness Resources
- Count Breaks Ground on Laguna County Sanitation District Upgrade
- Isla Vista Safety Improvement Grant Application and Community Engagement
- Old Town Orcutt Safety Improvement Grant Application and Community Engagement
- Debris Flow Road and Bridge Repairs to Continue this Summer
- Small Business and Community Partnership Program
- Beach nourishment to begin at Goleta Beach County Park
- Public Works Department temporarily closes public permitting counters
- County celebrates new Ashley Road Bridge
- The County and Goleta Union School District address food waste
About The Department
The Public Works Department is comprised of five Divisions:

Administration
Providing prudent fiscal management, staff support and other required resources to enable each division to obtain their goals.

Resource Recovery & Waste Management
Protecting the public health and environment of our community by efficiently managing waste products and utilities.