Muskogee Breaks Ground on New Fire Station No. 5

Muskogee Breaks Ground on New Fire Station No. 5

A new Muskogee fire station is officially moving forward as city leaders break ground on a modern facility designed to improve emergency response and give firefighters updated equipment and working spaces.

The City of Muskogee broke ground on Fire Station No. 5 on York Street near Highway 62. City and fire department leaders say the location is particularly important as Muskogee continues to grow, allowing crews to better reach residents and businesses in that part of the community.

Construction is expected to take approximately one year, with the project funded through the countywide public safety sales tax approved by Muskogee County voters in January 2025.

New Muskogee Fire Station Designed to Improve Emergency Response

Muskogee Fire Chief Jody Moore said the city's growth created the need for a station capable of better serving the surrounding area.

The new location is expected to help improve how quickly firefighters can respond to emergencies, particularly in areas near York Street and Highway 62.

Muskogee Fire Department Engine 1 Captain Matthew Goodmiller, who has served with the department for 14 years, said the location is one of the strongest available for firefighters responsible for that section of the community.

The Muskogee Fire Department provides around-the-clock emergency response for fires, vehicle crashes, explosions, medical emergencies and other potentially life-threatening situations. City records also describe strategically located fire stations as an important part of maintaining rapid response throughout Muskogee.

More information about the department and the city's public safety operations is available through the City of Muskogee.

Fire Station No. 5 Will Give Muskogee Firefighters Modern Facilities

The project will replace the former Muskogee Fire Station No. 5 with a modern facility designed for both emergency operations and the firefighters who spend extended shifts working at the station.

Plans include updated firefighting equipment, improved areas where crews can properly clean firefighting gear and upgraded living and relaxation spaces.

Earlier city planning documents for Fire Station No. 5 also called for features including apparatus bays, sleeping quarters, locker and restroom facilities, kitchen and dining areas, offices, an exercise room, training space and laundry facilities. Those plans reflect the broader goal of creating a station designed around modern fire-service operations.

Residents can review the city's official planning documentation for the project through the Muskogee Fire Station No. 5 project records.

Muskogee Mayor Ryan Lowe said the investment recognizes what firefighters do for the community and gives them an improved place to work while providing the equipment necessary to respond to emergencies.

For firefighters who can spend long shifts at a station between calls, those improvements are intended to make the facility more functional while also supporting readiness when an emergency occurs.

Public Safety Sales Tax Funding Muskogee Fire Station Project

The new Muskogee Fire Station No. 5 is being funded through a broader investment in public safety approved by voters.

Muskogee County voters approved the countywide public safety sales tax in January 2025, helping fund improvements for first responders and emergency services across the county. Official election information from the Oklahoma State Election Board provides the certified results from that January special election.

The investment extends beyond one fire station. Muskogee County has been moving forward with a wider public safety initiative involving facilities and resources for fire departments, law enforcement, emergency medical services, emergency management and other first responders. Previous plans have included new facilities and equipment in communities throughout the county.

For Muskogee residents, Fire Station No. 5 represents one visible piece of that larger public safety investment.

Once completed, the station will provide firefighters with a new base of operations in an area city leaders say is increasingly important to Muskogee's growth.

Chief Moore called the groundbreaking an important moment for the Muskogee Fire Department, while firefighters say the new location should ultimately help them do the most important part of their job — reach people faster when help is needed.

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