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Responsible for maintaining and managing the county's road and bridge network, ensuring safe and efficient transportation for residents and visitors.

Represents the interests of the state in prosecution of adult and juvenile crime and providing legal advice and representation to the county officials, department heads, and staff. The State's Attorney Office cannot represent private parties or give them legal advice.

The county may be able to assist with the following: Medical Assistance: for indigent residents of Lawrence County who do not have health insurance or any other means of paying medical bills. Economic Assistance: for rent, utilities, and burials. Rent and utility assistance may be approved once in a 12 month period.

Responsible for maintaining and managing the county's road and bridge network, ensuring safe and efficient transportation for residents and visitors. This includes tasks like road construction, pavement rehabilitation, snow and ice removal, bridge maintenance, and traffic control.

Services include issuing marriage licenses, land records from the late 1800's - present, Vital records including birth, death, and marriage, and Recording of all documents pertaining to real estate such as: plats, deeds, mortgages, and contracts, and also issues drivers licenses. Driver's License Application Information: Only accepts driver license applications/documents for licensing, then issues a paper permit (cards are printed in Pierre then mailed to the applicant weeks later). Cannot process new CDL applicants or non-citizens. - Now available in Spanish: driver license application, study manuals and written test. Driving part of the test is still given via English as the spoken language.

Purpose is to locate, identify, and appraise all taxable property, in accordance with state laws and administrative procedures, while maintaining current information on the ownership and characteristics of property. Prepares and certifies the assessment roll and individual property assessments in accordance with state law.

The Emergency Management Department is responsible for the following - Coordinates all agencies within the jurisdiction to include public, private, and non-governmental organizations to ensure the protection of life and property in the event of threatened or actual natural disasters, terrorism, technological, or man-made events. ​Responsibilities include developing and maintaining the county plan for reacting to emergencies; during an actual emergency, the director coordinates the action; and trains other agencies to respond to emergencies. County Emergency Managers can make contact with volunteer fire departments in their county. This is not an emergency first response organization. If you are in immediate danger please call 9-1-1.

Acts as an advocate and provides assistance to military veterans and their dependents in determining eligibility and applying for various federal and state benefits, such as service-connected compensation, non-service connected pension, outpatient and hospital medical treatment, guaranteed home loan certificates, education and on-the-job training benefits, burial benefits, survivor benefits, referral information, as well as many others.

Investigates deaths that are not clearly due to natural causes, such as sudden, unexpected, or unnatural deaths. Determines the cause and manner of death through investigations, which may include autopsies, scene examinations, and witness interviews. Additionally, identifies the deceased, notifies next of kin, and ensures proper release of personal effects.

Controls state and local noxious weeds, responds to infestation complaints, and recommends control measures. Also helps communities control mosquitos to prevent diseases such as West Nile.

The Register of Deeds is the official record keeper for real estate documents, such as deeds, mortgages, plats, easements, etc. Services include files many kinds of lien documents such as Federal Tax Liens, State Tax Liens, Mechanic's Liens & numerous miscellaneous liens. Vital Records--Birth, Death & Marriage Records--Burial Records, Military Discharge Records & Fictitious Name Filings. Also issues marriage licenses.

Purpose is to locate, identify, and appraise all taxable property, in accordance with state laws and administrative procedures, while maintaining current information on the ownership and characteristics of property. Also, this office prepares and certifies the assessment roll and individual property assessments in accordance with state law.

Acts as an advocate and provides assistance to military veterans and their dependents in determining eligibility and applying for various federal and state benefits, such as service-connected compensation, non-service connected pension, outpatient and hospital medical treatment, guaranteed home loan certificates, education and on-the-job training benefits, burial benefits, survivor benefits, referral information, as well as many others.

Responsible for supervising the structuring and maintenance of County Roads and Bridges and to address concerns as they develop. The County Highway Superintendent is appointed to this position by the Board of County Commissioners.

The revised Brown County Title 9 Drainage Ordinance went into effect on May 1, 2012. As Drainage Administrator the ordinance is intended to provide the basic guidance needed by the County Drainage Board (also the Board of Commissioners) in carrying out drainage responsibilities and enforce the regulations that govern the drainage of water within the unincorporated area of Brown County which are designed to enhance and promote the physical, economic and environmental management of the County; protect the tax base; prevent inordinate adverse impacts on servient properties; encourage land utilization that will facilitate economical and adequate productivity of all types of land; lessen government expenditure; conserve and develop natural resources; and preserve the important benefits provided by wetlands in accordance with SDCL 46A-10A.

The Victim-Witness Assistance program explains court procedures and terminology, explains and assists with Victim Impact statements, Offers to accompany to court proceedings, Keeps victims up-to-date on status of case, Offer referrals to agencies, Help prepare victims to testify for court or grand jury, Distribute victims' compensation applications, and Works as the link between victims and prosecutors.

Services provided by this office are a last resort. If eligibility criteria are met, assistance may include burial assistance, medical expense assistance, utility assistance, and rent assistance.

The GIS Coordinator is appointed by the Brown County Commission and is responsible for educating and assisting other departments, individuals, and governments in the development and application of geographical technology. The position, by its very nature, requires the individual to coordinate data sharing between departments/agencies. The coordinator also generates maps and reports and plans meetings. Many departments and levels of government are relying on GIS technology in increasing amounts. It is the responsibility of the GIS Coordinator to provide innovative, cutting-edge solutions, accurate information and timely assistance.

The Fall River County Sheriff's Department protects the rights of the citizens within its jurisdiction to be free from criminal attacks, to be secure in their possessions and to live in peace. The County Sheriff is also the contact mental health holds, burning bans, county jails/correctional facilities and fingerprinting (call for specifics).

Responsible for supervising the structuring and maintenance of County Roads and Bridges and to address concerns as they develop. The County Highway Superintendent is appointed to this position by the Board of County Commissioners.

Investigates deaths that are not clearly due to natural causes, such as sudden, unexpected, or unnatural deaths. Determines the cause and manner of death through investigations, which may include autopsies, scene examinations, and witness interviews. Additionally, identifies the deceased, notifies next of kin, and ensures proper release of personal effects.

Acts as an advocate and provides assistance to military veterans and their dependents in determining eligibility and applying for various federal and state benefits, such as service-connected compensation, non-service connected pension, outpatient and hospital medical treatment, guaranteed home loan certificates, education and on-the-job training benefits, burial benefits, survivor benefits, referral information, as well as many others.

Services include issuing marriage licenses, land records from the late 1800's to present, vital records including birth, death, and marriage, and recording of all documents pertaining to real estate such as: plats, deeds, mortgages, and contracts.

Auditor's responsibilities include commissioners proceedings, agendas, and records, accounting records, revenue and expense reports, voter registration and elections, Beer and liquor licenses, Figures real estate and mobile home taxes, and Handles county bid lettings. Auditor and Treasurer work in conjunction to pay county bills. Notary Public services available. Welfare's responsibilities include manages medical indigent claims, manages employee drug and alcohol testing programs, and other resources may be available upon application.

Responsible for maintaining and managing the county's road and bridge network, ensuring safe and efficient transportation for residents and visitors. This includes tasks like road construction, pavement rehabilitation, snow and ice removal, bridge maintenance, and traffic control.