Welcome to City of Washburn City of Washburn… A Great Place to Live!
The City of Washburn wants you to know how important you are to our community. Residents make Washburn the one-of-a-kind community that it is and your home and family are our top priority. We are conveniently located along the banks of the Missouri River in central North Dakota and offer all the best qualities of small town living.
Washburn was identified as the perfect place over 200 years ago by Lewis, Clark and the Corps of Discovery. The banks of the Missouri River, now the City of Washburn and the surrounding area, have evolved from a frontier and gateway to the west into the energy corridor of today, providing homes to Rainbow Energy, Basin Electric and Falkirk Mine.
Boasting a population nearing 1300 residents, we are privileged to enjoy thriving businesses, churches and an excellent school system. Picturesque landscapes including the unspoiled prairie, agricultural fields growing food for the nation and the majestic Missouri River are all daily sightings.
The community of Washburn defines how life should be, rich in history, friendships, family, with the natural beauty of the world around us a bonus. We are thrilled you have chosen Washburn as your new home.
Featured News
Washburn Needs Your Help!
2/12/2024
The State of North Dakota is working to get the lead out of the state’s drinking water pipes and Washburn needs your help. We need to ensure the City has the most accurate information about the pipe materials utilized in the construction of your property.
Every water system in the United States...
Greater Access to Groceries Program
1/26/2024
Needing a food basket but can’t afford the trip? The McLean Family Resource Center has got you covered!
We will provide a gas card to cover your trip to and from Washburn for your convenience. Baskets will be available every 60 days after the first one. You will also receive a $20 gift card to...
Freezing Water Lines
1/12/2024
2024 Elections
1/12/2024
The following offices will be on the ballot in June:
1 Commission President position (4-year term)
2 City Commissioner postitions (4-year terms)
2 Park Board Member postitions (4-year terms)
2 Unexpired Park Board Member positions (2-year terms)
If you are interested in running for these...
Water Main Break
1/11/2024
Water main break on Main Avenue. West end of Main and 1st Avenue water will be shut off as the main gets fixed. We will update you when we have more information. Please subscribe to be on our email and text message list and download our app to get notifications.
Library Board
11/30/2023
The City of Washburn is seeking an interested individual to serve on the Library Board. If you would like to be considered for an appointment to this committee, please send a letter of interest to: City of Washburn, PO Box 467, Washburn, ND 58577 or email to washaud@westriv.com. For more...
Winter Weather Information
10/25/2023
Planning and Zoning Committee
10/9/2023
The City of Washburn is seeking two interested individuals to serve on the Planning and Zoning Committee. If you would like to be considered for an appointment to this committee, please send a letter of interest to: City of Washburn, PO Box 467, Washburn, ND 58577 or email to...
Parking Ordinance #155
10/9/2023
City of Washburn Launches a Brand New Website! Subscribe Today!
8/10/2023
We are excited to announce that our new website has launched and includes all the information our community needs. Check back often, as we will be adding information every day. Subscribe and receive news and alerts via email and text. Let us know what you think!