WELCOME TO CHAPPELL HILL VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT!
100% Volunteer. 100% Dependent On You!
🏘️ About Chappell Hill Volunteer Fire Department
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The Chappell Hill Volunteer Fire Department has proudly served our community since 1974, providing critical emergency response just 15–20 minutes east of Brenham.
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We are a 100% volunteer organization—every firefighter dedicates their time, training, and service to protecting the lives and property of the Chappell Hill community.
🚒 What We Do
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From structure fires and vehicle accidents to wildland fires and medical emergencies, our department stands ready to respond whenever the call comes in.
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But unlike career departments, our firefighters respond from their homes, jobs, and families—making community support essential to maintaining rapid, effective responses.
💵 How We Are Funded
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As a non-profit organization, we rely heavily on our community's support.
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Our funding comes from:
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Generous donations from community members and supporters.
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Two major annual fundraisers:
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Bluebonnet Festival
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BBQ Cook-Off
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Your support directly impacts our ability to respond!
🚒 Our Equipment & Facilities
To serve our community effectively, we maintain a diverse fleet and growing infrastructure:
Apparatus
3 - Wildland Brush Trucks
1 - Rescue Squad
1 - Engine
2 - Water Tankers
1 - Command Vehicle
Facilities
10 Bay Fire Station (5295 Main St., Chappell Hill, TX, 77426)
Community / Training Hall Behind Fire Station
Original Fire Station 1 (5055 Main St. Chappell Hill, TX, 77426)
🤝 Be Part of the Mission
We are always looking for individuals who want to serve their community and be part of something.
No experience is required—just a willingness to learn and a commitment to serve something bigger than themselves.
👉 Join a team that protects, serves, and stands ready when it matters most.
Please Contact Our Local Dispatch!
Anytime you are burning on your property please notify the Washington County Dispatch at the number listed below! This helps dispatch be aware of your fire just in case someone calls in smoke in the area and prevents false alarms! Think smart and burn safely! To read more on TCEQ rules about burning, click the link to the left!
Washington Communications Center
(979)277-7373
CONTACT US
