Lost & Found Guide

Lost something in Farmington? Here is where to report it.

One report connects you with the Farmington Police Department, the St. Francois County Sheriff, local lost pet networks, and active community channels. Your report stays active, so you don't have to search alone.

What did you lose?

If there isn’t an adequate suggestion, select “Other – My item isn’t listed” and enter the item’s category. You can provide details later.

Publishing your report is free and your details stay private. The assisted search is a separate paid service, described in the Terms.

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Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.

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How ReportLost Helps You

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You tell us what was lost

Describe your item, where you lost it in Farmington, and when. We collect all the details needed to route your report to the right local agencies and channels.

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We route it to the right places

Your report goes directly to the Farmington Police Department, the St. Francois County Sheriff, local animal control if it's a pet, and community social networks where Farmington residents actively post found items.

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Your report keeps searching for a match

For your entire search period, your report continues to match against new found items, posts, and community announcements across Farmington. You'll get an alert if someone reports finding your item, so you don't have to check every day.

Where to Report a Lost Item in Farmington

The main offices and channels where your item might turn up, and how ReportLost routes your report to each.

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Farmington Police Department

The Farmington Police Department's records section handles lost and found reports. You can report a loss directly by phone or visit in person. We tell you the right way to file your report and follow up on timelines.

Call 573-760-7111 (Mon–Fri, 8am–4pm)

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City Hall & Lost & Found Services

The City of Farmington's main office at City Hall keeps records of items turned in at municipal facilities and can direct you to the appropriate department. We help you understand which office covers the location where your item was lost.

Call 573-756-1701 (Mon–Fri, 8am–4:30pm)

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Animal Control & Lost Pets

If you've lost a cat, dog, or other pet in Farmington, contact Animal Control immediately. They work to reunite missing animals with their owners and maintain an active database. Community groups like Missing & Found Pets SFC, Missouri ONLY also circulate lost and found pet alerts across the county. For a comprehensive search strategy, file a priority lost pet report with us.

Farmington Animal Control: 573-747-1988

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Farmington Regional Airport

If your loss occurred at the airport, contact the airport's administrative office. Items left in terminals, security areas, or on aircraft are tracked separately. We can help you identify the right desk to contact based on where you think your item was left.

Call 573-756-4502 or 573-631-1852

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St. Francois County Sheriff's Office

The County Sheriff also maintains records of lost and found items reported across St. Francois County. If your loss occurred outside Farmington city limits, the Sheriff's office may be the right point of contact. We help you determine jurisdiction and route your report accordingly.

Call 573-756-3252 (Sheriff) or 573-431-3131 (Dispatch)

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Why wait? Report your loss now

The sooner your item is in the system, the sooner Farmington's agencies and community can help you find it. Once you've filed your report with us, we take it from there, routing it to the right places and keeping it active as new found items are reported.

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Losing something in Farmington means contacting the police, checking animal control if it's a pet, scanning Facebook groups, and hoping someone turns it in at the right lost and found. Each agency handles reports separately, and there's no single place where all found items converge. Without a unified alert, you're left refreshing posts and calling around repeatedly.

ReportLost simplifies the chaos. File one report, and we notify the Farmington Police Department, St. Francois County Sheriff, local animal rescue networks, and the community groups where Farmington residents post found items. Your report stays active for months, automatically matching against new found items as they come in, so you can focus on other things while we keep searching for you.

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Common Places to Lose Things in Farmington

If you remember where you lost your item, it helps us direct your report to the most relevant local lost and found centers.

Downtown Farmington

Shopping districts, restaurants, and local businesses along Main Street and Columbia Street are high-traffic areas where wallets, phones, and personal items are frequently lost and turned in.

Farmington Regional Airport

Security checkpoints, terminal areas, and baggage claim are common spots for lost items. The airport's lost and found is maintained by administrative staff.

St. Francois County Courthouse & Government Buildings

City Hall and the County Courthouse often hold items left during visits. Administrative offices keep lost property logs.

Public Parks & Recreation Areas

Parks, trails, and outdoor spaces around Farmington are places where jewelry, keys, and personal belongings frequently go missing. Local police and parks departments may have records.

Public Transit Stops

Local bus stops and transit areas occasionally have items turned in. Check with local transit services or the police department for items left on or near buses.

Farmington Community Channels

Active groups where lost and found items are posted, and where your report will be circulated.

Missing & Found Pets SFC, Missouri ONLY
Facebook group for lost and found pets across St. Francois County, including Farmington
Southeast Missouri Lost & Found Paws
Regional Facebook network covering Farmington and surrounding areas
Farmington, Missouri community groups
Local Facebook pages and Nextdoor forums where residents post found items and community alerts
Reddit communities
Regional subreddits like r/Springfield and local Missouri communities occasionally feature lost and found posts

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the Farmington Police Department keep lost and found items?

The Farmington Police Department typically holds lost items for a period of time before they may be donated or discarded. It's important to report your loss and contact them promptly at 573-760-7111 (Monday through Friday, 8am to 4pm) to maximize your chances of recovery.

Can I report a loss at the Sheriff's office if it happened outside city limits?

Yes. If your loss occurred in unincorporated St. Francois County or areas outside Farmington proper, the St. Francois County Sheriff's office at 573-756-3252 is the appropriate agency. ReportLost helps you determine the right jurisdiction and routes your report accordingly.

What should I do if I lost something at the airport?

Contact the Farmington Regional Airport at 573-756-4502 or 573-631-1852 to describe your item and the location where you lost it (terminal, security, baggage claim, or aircraft). If your item was on a flight, also contact your airline directly. We can help you prepare the details to provide.

How do I report a lost pet in Farmington?

Contact Farmington Animal Control immediately at 573-747-1988, and also post on community groups like <em>Missing & Found Pets SFC, Missouri ONLY</em> on Facebook. For a comprehensive, long-term search strategy, file a priority lost pet report with ReportLost, and we'll ensure your pet's information reaches shelters, rescues, and community networks across St. Francois County.

Is ReportLost.org an official Farmington police service?

ReportLost.org is an independent lost and found service. We are not affiliated with the Farmington Police Department, St. Francois County Sheriff, or any municipal agency. However, we route your report directly to the right official channels so you don't have to contact each one separately. We also keep your report active and searching for months, which the police department's immediate handling does not do.

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Filing your report takes just a few minutes. Once submitted, your item is in our system and being routed to the Farmington Police, St. Francois County Sheriff, local animal control, and community networks. Your report will stay active, automatically searching for matches against new found items for your entire search period.

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ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Farmington Police Department, St. Francois County Sheriff's Office, the City of Farmington, Farmington Regional Airport, or any official municipal or county agency. We route your report to these agencies and community channels on your behalf, but we do not conduct official police investigations or maintain official lost and found records. For emergencies, always call 911. For immediate inquiries about a specific item, contact the relevant local agency directly.