Columbia County Jail
Wisconsin
Columbia County Jail
The Columbia County Sheriff's Office operates the Columbia County Jail in Portage.
- Address
- 711 E Cook St, Portage, WI 53901
- Phone
- (608) 742-4166
- Sheriff / jail site
- https://www.co.columbia.wi.us/columbiacounty/sheriff
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How to find an inmate
To check whether someone is held at the Columbia County Jail in Portage, look for an inmate list on the Columbia County Sheriff's Office pages of the county website. If no list is available, call the jail at (608) 742-4166 with the person's full name and date of birth. For people sentenced to state prison, use the Wisconsin Department of Corrections Offender Locator.
Visitation
The Columbia County Sheriff's Office sets visiting rules at the jail in Portage, and visitors may need to schedule in advance and show valid photo ID. Call the jail or check the sheriff's official page for current visiting methods, schedules and rules before you go.
Bail and bond
In Wisconsin, a judge or court commissioner sets bail, and commercial bail bonds are not allowed, so cash bail is paid directly. Call the Columbia County Jail or the Columbia County Clerk of Courts in Portage to confirm the bail amount, where to pay and which payment methods are accepted.
Mail and money
Send mail to the inmate by full name at the jail's mailing address and follow the jail's content rules. Rejected items may be returned or discarded. Contact the Columbia County Jail to confirm current mail rules and the approved ways to deposit money into an inmate account.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find out if someone is in the Columbia County Jail?
Check the Columbia County Sheriff's Office pages for an inmate list, or call (608) 742-4166 with the person's full name and date of birth.
What is the address of the Columbia County Jail?
The jail is at 711 E Cook St, Portage, WI 53901.
How do I post bail in Columbia County?
Wisconsin does not allow commercial bail bonds, so cash bail set by the court is paid directly. Call the jail or the Clerk of Courts to confirm the amount and payment options.
Can I send money to an inmate at the Columbia County Jail?
Yes, through the jail's approved deposit methods. Call the jail to confirm the current options.