Volunteer EMS Provider

Central Campbell County Fire District

Cold Spring, KY · Campbell County

Central Campbell County Fire District is a Volunteer department serving Cold Spring, KY (Campbell County), with 2 stations and 64 total personnel. The department also provides EMS services. Full equipment, coverage, and staffing data from HIFLD are below.

64
Total personnel
2
Stations
-
Fire trucks
Yes
EMS service
+205%
above KY avg personnel
(21/dept)
94th
percentile by size
of 618 KY depts
32
personnel per station
staffing density
$558K
2 FEMA grants
AFG / SAFER

Department Profile

Type
MOSTLY VOLUNTEER
Location
Cold Spring, KY
FDID
19082

FEMA Grant History

$558K
Total Funding
2
Awards
Year Award Amount
2024 EMW-2024-FG-05672 $199,923.8
2017 EMW2016FH00310 $358,236

Source: USAspending.gov (CFDA 97.044 AFG / 97.083 SAFER) USAspending.gov (CFDA 97.044 AFG / 97.083 SAFER)

Staffing vs the Kentucky average

How Central Campbell County Fire District's personnel count compares to the typical department in Kentucky. It is larger than 94% of the 618 reporting departments statewide.

▲ 205% above the state average
Stations
2
State fire deaths/yr
93
KY departments
981

What This Data Tells You About Central Campbell County Fire District

Central Campbell County Fire District operates as a Volunteer department in Cold Spring, within Campbell County, and the HIFLD and USFA records give a precise structural picture of its response capacity. The department reports 64 total personnel, 2 stations, no truck inventory reported. EMS capability is listed as active.

Benchmarking against the state gives this profile context. Kentucky has 981 registered fire departments and 20,700 total personnel, averaging roughly 21 staff per department. Central Campbell County Fire District runs 205% above that state average, signalling a larger-than-typical crew likely tied to denser population or higher call volume. The state records about 31,100 fires, 93 fire deaths, and 58% volunteer coverage each year, which shapes training, funding priorities, and mutual-aid patterns felt at every department in the state.

Federal investment further defines this department's trajectory: Central Campbell County Fire District has received 2 FEMA grants totaling $558,159.8 through the AFG and SAFER programs, money typically spent on PPE, SCBA, training, and hiring or retaining career staff.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many firefighters does Central Campbell County Fire District have?

Central Campbell County Fire District has 64 total personnel according to HIFLD data. This is 205% above the Kentucky average of 21 per department.

Does Central Campbell County Fire District provide EMS services?

Yes, Central Campbell County Fire District provides Emergency Medical Services (EMS) in addition to fire response.

How many fire stations does Central Campbell County Fire District operate?

Central Campbell County Fire District operates 2 fire stations.

What type of fire department is Central Campbell County Fire District?

Central Campbell County Fire District is a Volunteer department serving Campbell County, KY. Volunteer departments rely on community members who serve without full-time compensation.

Has Central Campbell County Fire District received federal grants?

Yes, Central Campbell County Fire District has received 2 FEMA grants totaling $558,159.8 through the AFG and SAFER programs. The most recent grant was in fiscal year 2024.

How many fire departments are in Kentucky?

Kentucky has 981 fire departments with 20,700 total personnel. 58% are volunteer departments.

Data from HIFLD Open Data (FEMA/DHS). Not all departments report equally.

Data sourced from official public datasets. See our methodology for details. Retrieved and formatted by PlainFireData Editorial

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from FEMA/DHS HIFLD Open Data. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.