Clearwater County

Clearwater County, established on February 27, 1911, derives its name from the Clearwater River, which reflects the Nez Perce term Koos-Koos-Kai-Kai, meaning "clear water." The county's diverse departments serve a range of community needs, including emergency management, public health, and local governance. With a focus on community involvement and safety, Clearwater County provides resources and information for residents and visitors alike, covering areas such as public health, transportation, and local events. The county is dedicated to fostering a strong sense of community through cooperation and service initiatives. Generated from the website

The Clearwater County Sheriff s Office preserves human lives and property, protects public peace and the rights of citizens, prevents crime and disorder, and enforces local, state and federal laws. It operates a jail that provides detention facilities to pretrial detainees and short-term sentenced prisoners. The Clearwater County Sheriff s Office supports a sex offender registry that provides information about offenders to the general public. The sheriff s office offers services for courtroom security, prisoner transportation, court-issued civil complaints, protection from abuse, concealed weapon permits. Located in Orofino, Idaho, the Clearwater County Sheriff s Office provides online crime statistics, maps and crime reporting applications.