Scottsdale’s newest fire station is now open and ready to serve residents in the city’s northern area.

Fire Station 612, located at the northeast corner of Hayden Road and Mayo Boulevard, began operations Monday, Sept. 22.

With an anticipated workload of more than 2,000 incidents annually, the station will play a vital role in improving emergency response times for the surrounding community.

Meeting community standards for service

Scottsdale now operates 16 fire stations, each contributing to the Phoenix regional automatic aid system. According to the Center for Public Safety Excellence (CPSE), new stations are typically recommended when a community’s risk assessment and Standards of Cover indicate that existing stations cannot consistently meet adopted response times and effective response force objectives. These decisions are based on risk, demand and community expectations.

Fire Station 612 was established in response to these standards and the growing needs of the surrounding area, ensuring Scottsdale continues to deliver world-class fire and emergency services.

Community members are invited to tour the new facility during a public open house from 9 to 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 3. The event offers residents an opportunity to meet Scottsdale Fire personnel, explore the station’s features and learn more about the department’s role in protecting the community.

A modern, high-performance facility

The 12,000-square-foot facility is staffed by a four-person engine company and a two-person battalion chief unit. It also houses specialized vehicles including a wildland interface fire attack vehicle and a utility support vehicle, ensuring crews are equipped for a wide range of emergencies.

Station 612 was designed with functionality in mind. The station includes:

• Four apparatus bays
• Sleeping quarters for 12 firefighters
• A full kitchen, dining area and day room
• Personal protective equipment storage
• An OSHA-compliant decontamination area
• A physical fitness area, locker rooms and bathrooms
• Office and meeting space
• Laundry facilities and a back-up generator

The $13.7 million project was funded by voters as part of the 2019 Bond Election. The investment ensures Scottsdale firefighters have the tools, space, and support they need to continue providing world-class service to the community.

Public Art that honors service

As part of the city’s commitment to public art, Station 612 features Wholeness by artist Maria Salenger of Jones Studio. The installation celebrates firefighters’ lives of service in the desert and urban landscape. Sunlight filters through laser-cut steel panels patterned with mesquite, desert grass, brush, and creosote, casting shadows that form a Maltese cross — the symbol of firefighters’ courage and sacrifice.

“Fire Station 612 represents Scottsdale’s commitment to safety and honoring those who serve,” said Scottsdale Fire Chief Tom Shannon. “This facility ensures we can meet the needs of a growing community while providing our firefighters with the resources they need to do their jobs safely and effectively.”