Castle Rock Is Building a New Fire Station in the Northeast
By Connor Tien, DougCo Social
Town Council approved a $22 million contract for Fire Station 156, a new fire station and centralized logistics center in northeast Castle Rock. Crews broke ground on the project April 16, 2026, according to project contractor Owen-Ames-Kimball.
The Details
Location: Castle Oaks Drive, south of Pleasant View Drive
Size: 26,000 square feet
Cost: $22 million
Contractor: O-A-K Colorado
Construction: Broke ground April 16, 2026; expected to open in 2027 (CBS Colorado)
The facility will include a centralized logistics hub for fleet and equipment maintenance, in addition to standard fire station operations.
Why It Matters
If you live in northeast Castle Rock, this means faster response times. Station 156 was identified in the 2021 Fire Department Master Plan as a priority to keep up with the town's growth.
The new station will:
- Reduce emergency response times in the northeast
- Improve unit availability across the department
- Centralize fleet and equipment maintenance
As Castle Rock continues to expand east and north, the existing stations have been stretched thinner. This addition helps maintain the response times residents expect.
Timeline
- April 16, 2026: Groundbreaking held (Owen-Ames-Kimball)
- 2027: Station expected to open (CBS Colorado)
More Castle Rock Development
Fire Station 156 is one of several projects reshaping Castle Rock. See what's being built across Douglas County, including medical offices planned for The Meadows, a new trail connecting downtown to Philip S. Miller Park, and Chicken Salad Chick's construction. Browse more in the Castle Rock business directory.
Source: Castle Rock Town Council 3/3/26; Owen-Ames-Kimball; CBS Colorado
Frequently Asked Questions
When did Castle Rock break ground on Fire Station 156?
Crews broke ground on Fire Station 156 on April 16, 2026, according to project contractor Owen-Ames-Kimball (O-A-K Colorado).
When is Fire Station 156 expected to open?
The station is expected to open in 2027.
Where is Fire Station 156 located?
On Castle Oaks Drive, south of Pleasant View Drive, in northeast Castle Rock.
How much does Fire Station 156 cost?
Castle Rock Town Council approved a $22 million contract with O-A-K Colorado to build the station and logistics center.
What else is included besides the fire station?
The facility includes a centralized logistics hub for fleet and equipment maintenance across the fire department.
Why did Castle Rock build a new station in the northeast?
Station 156 was identified as a priority in the town's 2021 Fire Department Master Plan to keep pace with growth and maintain emergency response times in northeast Castle Rock.