Rockerville Volunteer Fire Department

Rockerville Volunteer Fire Department The Rockerville Volunteer Fire Department is a non-profit membership association representing the interests of the volunteer fire, EMS and rescue services.

The Rockerville VFD would like to sell our Type 1 Structure engine.  Engine 1-6 is a 1998 Freightliner Smeal pumper.  Th...
06/08/2026

The Rockerville VFD would like to sell our Type 1 Structure engine. Engine 1-6 is a 1998 Freightliner Smeal pumper. The chassis is a Freightliner FL80 4-wheel drive chassis with a 325 hp turbo diesel Cummins engine and an Allison automatic transmission. The water storage is 960 gallons. The raised roof cab comfortably seats a crew of five; four in SCBA seats. The seats are all leather.

This unit has a 1250 gpm Waterous water pump and a FoamPro foam system with Class A foam. Other features include a top mount pump operators console, full height lift up compartments on both sides of the body, a hydraulic ladder rack equipped with a 35 foot extension ladder, 14 foot roof ladder, 10 foot folding ladder, and two 10 foot sections of 6” hard suction hose. (Note: the 14 foot roof ladder and 10 foot folding ladder will not be sold with the truck). The body also features a 5000 watt on-board generator with two 1000 watt quartz tripod lights. The rear compartment is transverse and features two slots for backboards. The lower rear compartment features a roll out tray for our positive pressure ventilation fan (not sold with the truck). Compartments on the rear of the body house both a dry chemical and CO2 fire extinguishers (these will not be sold with the truck). The walk-through pump panel and two direct-connect hoselays are stored behind the cab. The canvas-covered hose bed has storage areas for a variety of hose sizes. We currently use this area to store LDH and 2.5” hoselays (hose not sold with the truck). The truck has just over 19,000 miles.

We expect this engine to be available in August, after our new engine arrives and we have time to transition. Rockerville VFD is asking $95,000 for this unit. If you are interested or have further questions, please email [email protected] for further information.

06/05/2026

Great information from Jim and Terry regarding rattlesnakes and rattlesnake bites. Definitely worth your time to view this video.

06/04/2026

Our thoughts are with Jonah's family and friends during this challenging time.

05/16/2026

RAPID CITY, S.D. - A two-vehicle crash six miles west of Rapid City claimed the life of a 76-year-old woman and left another woman with life-threatening

05/16/2026
Around 3pm yesterday afternoon Rockerville units and Medic 4 from Rapid City Fire were paged for a 2-vehicle crash on Hw...
05/15/2026

Around 3pm yesterday afternoon Rockerville units and Medic 4 from Rapid City Fire were paged for a 2-vehicle crash on Hwy 16 near Old McDonald's Farm. Additional resources were requested. This was a serious crash with two patients transported.

As we head into the summer months with increased traffic on our highways, it is a great time to remind everyone to be mindful of their surroundings. Watch for deer and motorcycles, be patient at the intersections (count to 20 and most of the time you won't have to wait longer than that), wear your seat belts, drive the speed limit and for the road conditions. Please slow down and pull over for emergency vehicles who are trying to respond to these calls. Let's be safe this summer!

To the civilians who stopped to help on this call, thank you! Please take care of yourselves and give yourself grace. These vehicle crashes can be mentally challenging. We appreciate your help.

This photo is a snapshot taken from the Newscenter1 tower cam by our fire station on Hwy 16.

Please be careful with any ignition sources.
05/13/2026

Please be careful with any ignition sources.

Just before 2pm Rockerville units with our mutual aid partners of Battle Creek Fire, Rapid City Fire, Rapid Valley Fire,...
05/11/2026

Just before 2pm Rockerville units with our mutual aid partners of Battle Creek Fire, Rapid City Fire, Rapid Valley Fire, and State Wildland Fire responded to a grassfire off of Hwy 79 near Potato Butte. Resources had a quick knockdown because the fire checked up against a 2-track. The fire is just over 10 acres. Resources are still on the fire, but will be released shortly.
This next week will hold critical fire weather. Please be careful with any ignition sources.

Happy Mother's Day to all our moms! Hope you enjoy your day!
05/10/2026

Happy Mother's Day to all our moms! Hope you enjoy your day!

What kind of strength does it take to be both a firefighter and a mom?

She runs into burning buildings, then comes home to be someone’s safe place.

She carries the weight of the job, but still carries her family with love, patience, and strength.

👩‍🚒 At work, she saves lives.
🏡 At home, she shapes them.

To all the firefighter moms out there,
you are more than heroes… you are everything.

Today, we honor your courage in uniform and your love beyond it.

👇 Tag a firefighter mom or drop a ❤️ to show your appreciation.

Annual Maintenance Day was today to get oil and filters changed, chainsaws cleaned up, tools sharpened, and truck checks...
05/10/2026

Annual Maintenance Day was today to get oil and filters changed, chainsaws cleaned up, tools sharpened, and truck checks completed. These days are always an opportunity to learn more about our trucks and equipment, and spend time with our Rockerville Team. We were spoiled with a great lunch provided by a retired firefighter. Solid work today! Plus, we had our little supervisor helping us out again this year. Thanks Lennon!

Address

13720 S Highway 16
Rapid City, SD
57702

Telephone

(605) 399-3721

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