District Overview:

 The Congress Fire District was established on January 2, 1968, by Order of the Yavapai County Board of Supervisors. Since its inception, the district has undergone four annexations, expanding its total area to nine square miles. The district now provides fire, rescue, and EMS services not only to its own boundaries but also extends mutual aid to 875 square miles of the surrounding area. The department responds to calls on Highway 93, extending its coverage from milepost 155 at the Bagdad turn-off (Highway 97) to the west and meeting the Wickenburg Fire District at the east. Similarly, the response on Highway 89 extends east to meet Wickenburg and north to Yarnell. Additionally, the district encompasses the area surrounding and along State Route 62 to the east, State Route 109 to the west, and State Highway 71, approximately milepost 95 south, where it intersects with the Aguila Fire District.

The original fire station was situated at 25605 Ghost Town Road, which is now the site of the Grace Bible Chapel. The property where the current fire station is located was donated to the Fire District in May 1989, and the building was constructed between 1990 and 1991.

The Congress Fire District maintains a contract with the State Land Department to respond to wildfires as necessary. During these emergencies, the district ensures its own protection, but available trucks and manpower are dispatched to areas outside our jurisdiction whenever feasible.

Area Infromation:

The district is situated approximately one hour north of Phoenix, Arizona, within the unincorporated community of Congress. Congress, is renowned for its extensive gold mining history, particularly the Congress Mine, which was one of the most productive gold mines in the state. The town’s development centered around the mine, and it experienced a significant boom in the late 1900's with the arrival of the railroad. Surrounded by mountains, Congress offers breathtaking scenic landscapes and diverse opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and exploring nature. Nearby attractions include Frog Rock, Joshua Tree National Forest, and Granite Mountain Hotshots Memorial State Park.

Population:

1,700