Thurston Public Utility District was officially formed in 1938 by a vote of the people. We currently own and operate approximately 155 water systems with just over 2,960 connections. Thurston PUD provides water planning and utility services to the citizens of Thurston County, and also own and operate water systems in Pierce, Lewis, Grays Harbor, and Mason counties.

The PUD is overseen by three Commissioners, elected by voters of Thurston County, elected to serve on the Board for 6 years. The Commissioners represent the three districts in Thurston County. Commission meetings are held the second and fourth Wednesday of every month at the PUD offices at 921 Lakeridge Way SW, Suite 201 in Olympia. The meetings start at 5:00 p.m. and are open to the public.