DECEMBER 2021

Platte Canyon Fire Protection District

Platte Canyon Fire Protection District started as a 100% volunteer department in 1947, but has slowly converted to a combination of volunteer and career personnel due to their increased call volume. The department responds to an average of 1,100 calls per year. 

Population: 11,000 
Coverage: 271 sq mi
Firefighters: 40
Stations: 4
Terrain: Mountains, Wildland, Urban

From The Chief

Chief Joe Burgett

"Because of the location of our district and the limited rural water supply, we needed an apparatus that could carry more water. Communication with Pierce during the build process was always prompt and professional. Our specific needs for an apparatus that could function efficiently in mountainous terrain were easily accommodated."

The Dealer

Front Range Fire Apparatus 

Duane Doucette is the sales representative from Front Range Fire Apparatus that worked directly with Platte Canyon Fire Protection District on their Arrow XT PUC Pumper. Front Range is a full line sales and service distributor of fire apparatus and equipment for Colorado and Wyoming.