GUFD - Gateway-Unaweep Fire Department

GUFD - Gateway-Unaweep Fire Department GUFD is a combination paid and volunteer district serving Gateway and the Unaweep Canyon area of Western Colorado

We are the combination fire department serving Gateway and the Unaweep Canyon of Western Colorado. We serve approximately 900 square miles of open range, farming, BLM, forest, residential and ranching areas protecting the lives and property of more than 50 residents of the Gateway community and western portions of the Whitewater community. Our services include fire fighting, EMS, advanced life support, rescue and community awareness.

06/12/2026

The Mesa County Sheriff, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Grand Junction Field Office, Colorado National Monument, and the Fire Chiefs representing municipalities and fire protection districts of Mesa County are implementing Stage 1 Fire

06/09/2026

Due to fire danger concerns, Mesa County Public Health has extended a No Burn Advisory until Monday, June 15 at 9 p.m.

Burning of any kind, including agricultural burning, is not allowed during this advisory period.

Learn more on our website. https://bit.ly/no-burn-advisory-update

06/08/2026

Heads up for our West End folks - Smoke is visible in the West End of Montrose County. The smoke comes from a fast growing wildfire burning in the Carpenter Flats area north of Paradox. Federal and regional agencies are en route. Please do not call 911 to report the smoke.

06/08/2026

We are aware of smoke in the area. Thank you.

05/24/2026

GUFD Crews are
grilling burgers today!
$10 Burger, chips, and bottled water!

05/21/2026
05/11/2026

Public Advisory:

On Tuesday, May 12th, GMUG personnel will be conducting wildfire preparedness/training exercises on the Uncompahgre Plateau. Visitors may notice increased activity and personnel in the area.

03/26/2026

-Public Notice-

Uncompahgre Plateau

TS Road (Little Creek & Big Creek Reservoir Access):
Gate Closures: Active logging operations in this area. Gates may be closed at night; visitors should plan to exit before dark to avoid being locked in.

03/19/2026

-Prescribed Burns-
South of Gateway
Expect smoke in the area
for the next 7-10 days

Address

42700 Highway 141
Gateway, CO
81522

Telephone

+19709312226

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