For more than five decades, Fire Station #51 served North Las Vegas from its original home on E. Carey Avenue – a 1973 building that became a steady part of the surrounding neighborhood. The station’s final day of service was January 15, 2025, making way for a new facility on the same site that continues the long commitment to the community.
The new 14,837-square-foot station is designed around durability, efficiency and long-term value. Its exterior combines CMU block, T-groove metal wall panels and charred Cypress wood accents, with steel-surround windows and vertical address signage establishing a clear civic identity. A backlit stainless steel “51” marks the main entry, while fire poles salvaged from the original building are displayed as a simple nod to the station’s history.
Inside, the layout supports quick response and day-to-day workflow. The apparatus bay accommodates up to four firetrucks and includes seven four-fold doors for efficient movement. Adjacent to the bay is a turnout locker room with 39 lockers that reinforces safety and readiness. The station also provides 12 dorms – including captain and battalion chief quarters – with custom built-in casework.
Additional spaces include a commercial-grade kitchen and day room, along with dedicated areas for EMS, laundry, storage, data and fitness. Together, these elements form a well-planned, purpose-built facility that will support North Las Vegas firefighters and the community they serve for years ahead.
