Box Elder Volunteer Fire Department

Box Elder Volunteer Fire Department is primarily staffed by dedicated volunteers with some career personnel and serves as a local fire department in Box Elder, SD. Operating out of 1 station and classified as a Mostly volunteer organization. Headquartered at 120 Box Elder RD, Box Elder, SD, 57719.

605-923-1224

Mailing: 120 Box Elder RD, Box Elder, SD, 57719-9579

33 Department Personnel

Career Firefighters

1

Volunteer Firefighters

25

Paid-Per-Call

6

Civilian & Support Staff

1

Total Calls
1,046
Fire Calls
8.9%
EMS Calls
69.2%
Other Calls
21.9%

Department Statistics

Detailed incident statistics and response metrics for this department.

Avg. Response Time
14m 46s
Avg. Personnel Responding
4
Most Common Call Type
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
Most Common Action
Provide first aid & check for injuries
Busiest Hours
4 PM - 8 PM (223 calls)
Avg. Call Duration
41m 36s

Call Summary

Overview of incident data reported to NFIRS - January 1st 2024 to December 31st 2024

Metric Value
Total Fire Calls
8.9% (93 calls)
Total EMS Calls
69.2% (724 calls)
Total Other Calls
21.9% (229 calls)
Generic Call Type
Rescue & Emergency Medical Service Incidents
Most Common Call Type
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
Most Common Action
Provide first aid & check for injuries
Busiest Month
August (106 calls)
Busiest District
Pen (888 calls)
Busiest Hours
4 PM - 8 PM (223 calls)
Avg. Response Time
14m 46s
Avg. Call Duration
41m 36s
Avg. Personnel Responding
4
Mutual Aid Received
27
Mutual Aid Given
54