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Visit your local Post Office™ at 308 Pearl St to find everything you need to send mail and ship packages. Explore our other products and services like money orders, Post Office™ boxes, passports, gift cards, and more
All the good folks at the Balsam Lake P.O. have been very kind and helpful to this new resident.
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Angie Brown
Jun 16, 2025
1.0
The amount of crap you have to go through to speak to somebody on the phone is unacceptable. Trying to deal with the Post Office in Centuria because apparently when you drop a package off now, it doesn’t go out until the next day, the reason we can’t have regular mailboxes like everyone else instead of being forced to have a post office box and a post office with the most ridiculous hours I’ve ever seen is insanity. I had to drop off a package the other day and I’m told that now they don’t go out that day, they get driven to Balsam Lake and go out the next day. Am I getting a discount done since you guys can’t seem to do things on time? do you think I could get somebody on the phone to ask a question to? Of course not. It’s insane to me that my service can be delayed by a day, which is really damaging to my business, but I’m expected to pay the same price as everyone else who gets their packages shipped out the day they bring them in. I understand that the post office is struggling and maybe if the federal government would quit stealing from it or all the people that are selling things on eBay would stop stealing priority boxes and turning them inside out to mail their stuff in we wouldn’t have this big of a problem but bottom line Is I am tired of not being afforded the same postal services as everyone else because I live in this tiny little town and I can’t even get a mailbox, I’m forced to have a PO Box and a post office that isn’t even open for six full hours a day. How are we supposed to get our packages when we have to work? If I can’t be back to town by 3 PM I don’t get my stuff and that’s ridiculous. Enough enough give the people in Centuria some mailboxes already but instead of giving us mailboxes like normal people, you’ve decided to delay our services even more. I am a fan of The Postal Service, but I am getting really tired of being treated like less than all the other customers because of this little tiny town we live in. What’s the point of the post office being open less than six hours a day and only an hour on Saturdays? That’s ridiculous, get the place staffed and start acting like the rest of the Post Office is or better yet, give us a mailbox like everyone else has.
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David M
Oct 28, 2021
1.0
Has had my package for more than 2 weeks didn't deliver it because there was bear hunters 10 miles away ... usps in general is a joke. O wonder they net negative 25 billion a year QUIT STEALING OUR TAXES
Frequently Asked Questions About United States Postal Service
Can I get a passport application at this Post Office?
Yes, Thousands of Post Offices™ accept first-time passport applications for the U.S. Department of State. Most of those locations can also take your passport photo. Please complete and print your passport application form before you apply.
Is an appointment needed for passport services?
Most Post Offices that offer passport services have set hours, and you'll need to schedule an appointment using our online scheduler. We also offer limited Passport walk-in hours at select locations.
Does this location take the photo needed for passports?
For first-time passport and photo services, please make an appointment using our online scheduler.
What is the cost to take a passport photo?
The current fee for a passport photo at USPS is $15.
When does this location do walk-in passports?
We offer limited Passport walk-in hours at select locations.
Can I get a PO Box online?
Yes, you can search for available PO Boxes and reserve one online at https://www.usps.com/manage/po-boxes.htm. The process is quick and secure, and you'll receive instructions for completing your setup in person.
How much is a small PO Box?
PO Box prices vary by location. You can check exact pricing for your area by visiting https://www.usps.com/manage/po-boxes.htm and entering your ZIP Code.
Can you get to the PO Boxes in the lobby after hours?
Most USPS locations offer 24/7 access to PO Boxes in the lobby. Access hours may vary by location, so check with your local Post Office for specific lobby hours.
How can I get a PO Box?
You can apply for a PO Box online or in person at your local Post Office. Just bring two valid forms of ID and your completed application if applying in person. To start online, visit https://www.usps.com/manage/po-boxes.htm.
What time can I check my PO Box weekly and on weekends?
You can check your PO Box during lobby hours, which often include extended hours or 24/7 access. Weekend access may vary. Check with your local Post Office for exact times.
What services can I find at the United States Postal Service at 308 Pearl St, Balsam Lake?
You can send mail and packages, purchase money orders, rent Post Office boxes, apply for passports, buy gift cards, and more.
Can I get a passport application and photo at this location?
Yes, you can apply for a first-time passport and have your photo taken by making an appointment through the online scheduler.
Do I need an appointment for passport services at this Post Office?
Most passport services require an appointment scheduled online, although some limited walk-in hours are available at select locations.
What are the operating hours for the United States Postal Service at 308 Pearl St?
Monday to Friday: 8:45 AM - 11:30 AM and 12:30 PM - 4:00 PM; Saturday: 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM; Sunday: Closed.
How can I reserve a PO Box at this location?
You can search and reserve a PO Box online and then complete the setup in person at this Post Office with two valid forms of ID.
Are PO Boxes accessible after hours at this Post Office?
Most locations, including this one, offer 24/7 access to PO Boxes in the lobby, but access hours may vary. Please check with the Post Office for specific hours.
How much does a passport photo cost at this location?
The current fee for a passport photo is $15.
What nearby places can I visit before or after my visit to the Post Office?
Nearby you can find Shine Boutique for gifts and women's clothing, Balsam Lake Pharmacy for health needs, and Doc's Pub and Eatery if you're looking for a meal or drinks.
Are there any recreational or fitness centers near the Post Office?
Yes, Sunshine Community Fitness Center and String Circus yoga and pilates studio are close by for fitness activities.
Where can I find other services like real estate or insurance nearby?
Nearby, you can find Jena Paquette and Compass Realty Group Balsam Lake for real estate services, and Hansen Insurance Services for insurance needs.