Architectural Design for New Firehouse
The Borough of South River is approximately 2.6 square miles with a population of 15,000 + residents. The
South River Fire Department is a volunteer fire department established in 1896 with 2 fire stations and 3
fire companies. The Department serves the Borough of South River and is a mutual aid Department to
surrounding municipalities. The Department handles fire calls, vehicle accidents and other resident assist
type calls. Each Company can enroll up to 35 members. The new firehouse will be owned by the Borough
of South River and replace the existing George Street Fire Headquarters that houses Engine Company
Number One and the Reliable Fire Company. Engine Company Number One has an 85 foot Ladder Tower
and Reliable Fire Company has two pumpers. There is also a Department Special Unit that is parked outside
in the parking lot. Summit Engine Company is located on Appleby Avenue and houses two pumpers and a
brush truck in the building
