Russell County Health Department
1850 Crawford Road, Phenix, Alabama, 36867
Contact & location
- Address
- 1850 Crawford Road, Phenix, Alabama, 36867
- Records for
- Russell County, Alabama
- Phone
- (334) 297-0251
- Official site
- Government website ↗
Last verified July 14, 2026
This office issues Alabama state records
Russell County follows Alabama’s fees, eligibility rules and processing times. Compare the statewide baseline below before choosing where to go.
- $15.00
- Alabama birth certificate fee
- 7–10 days
- Statewide processing
- 5,157,699
- Alabama population
Office hours
| Monday | 7:30am - 5:00pm |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30am - 5:00pm |
| Wednesday | 7:30am - 5:00pm |
| Thursday | 7:30am - 5:00pm |
| Friday | 7:30am - 5:00pm |
| Saturday | closed |
| Sunday | closed |
Vital record services are only available until 5:00 pm
Certificates, fees & processing
| Record | Fee | Processing |
|---|---|---|
| Birth Certificate | $15.00 | 7–10 daysAlabama estimate |
| Death Certificate | $15.00 | 2–3 weeksAlabama estimate |
| Marriage Certificate | $15.00 | 2–3 weeksAlabama estimate |
| Divorce Record | $15.00 | 2–3 weeksAlabama estimate |
Processing times are set at state level — county offices do not publish their own — and are estimates that vary with demand.
The Russell County Health Department’s office or registry of vital records, offers a wide range of crucial services. These offices play a vital role in the protection and provision of essential documents such as birth certificates, death certificates, and marriage certificates . In addition to maintaining these primary records, they are responsible for managing and issuing copies of birth, marriage, and death records that occurred within the Township of Phenix. Alongside record maintenance, this office provides valuable services like issuing certified copies of documents, overseeing the registration of domestic partnerships, and offering assistance to rectify any errors detected in vital records. Through these comprehensive services, the vital records office ensures the accuracy, accessibility, and integrity of vital records for the benefit of the community.
Reviews
★★★★★2.5 (39)- ★★★★★Jamie QuallsGoogle
A month ago i scheduled an appointment with no problem, until the day of the actual appointment. I get there and there was no patients (that i was aware of) i tell the receptionist i had an appointment at 2:30 that day. She said “no your appointment is Monday not today, we sent you a letter in the mail to reschedule” i was extremely upset. I work a lot like most people and it’s hard for me to find time off because i have to request time off etc.. i told her i never received a letter and i also got a confirmation voicemail the day prior confirming that my appt was still the same day and time. After explaining and showing that i had a voicemail and no letter in the mail i was still refused service. She didn’t try to help me just told me to come back Monday. When i couldn’t.
- ★★★★★Erica EctorGoogle
The hours on the door say 7:30 to 5 Monday-Friday got there at 4:55 to request shot records for my son for school. Image my shock when the door is locked, the lights are off and you see the employees driving off from behind the building.
- ★★★★★Harlee ButlerGoogle
The women at the front desk are always so sweet & helpful. I’d give them 5 stars alone. The nutritionist? If I could pick a different one, I would. We’ve dealt with the same lady since my 4 yo was born & today she basically told me my 4 yo (who is 4 ft tall and 58 pounds) was overweight and to limit her food intake by “just giving her water after she eats if she wants more and has already had the suggested portion size.” Her pediatrician has already said she’s considered big for her age but since she’s so tall, her weight isn’t an issue. Apparently, food is the only cause of obesity and starving a child that’s on the bigger side is 110% recommended.
- ★★★★★Capt. Eddie YarbroughGoogle
Good luck to you if you actually need to speak with someone. money well wasted to fund this place. Should disconnect the phone system no one answers anyway
- ★★★★★Belmar Gomez-SantiagoGoogle
The two ladies at the front desk are very helpful. They were both very nice and informative. They help me as a walk in to transfer vaccination records to the Alabama form. The vaccination records were transfer to the AL form on the spot.