About the Public Utilities Department

Mission | Contact Us | Hours and Location

Mission Statement

The mission of the Johnston County Public Utilities Department is to provide citizens of Johnston County efficient, affordable, and friendly services of:

  • Water Supply
  • Wastewater Collection and Treatment
  • Reclaimed Water
  • Stormwater Management

Contact Information

Director:
Chandra Cox Farmer, P.E.

Email:  chandra.farmer@johnstonnc.gov

Physical Address:
Land Use Center
309 E. Market Street
Smithfield, NC 27577

Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 2263
Smithfield, NC 27577

Phone:  919-989-5075
Business Office:  919-934-0256
Engineering Office919-934-7174

FAX:  919-934-0256  

Utilities Office Hours

The Johnston County Public Utilities Office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST, excluding county holidays.   

Landfill and Convenience Center Hours

Year-round and holiday hours for the Landfill and Convenience Centers can be found on the County holidays page and the Solid Waste site.

If you have any questions regarding Landfill and Convenience Site hours, please contact the Johnston County Solid Waste Services Department at (919) 938-4750.

Page last updated:  April 8, 2025