Camas Valley Fire Department Equipment / Facilities / Rentals

About our Equipment

The Camas Valley Rural Fire District owns and maintains a variety of specialized equipment that allows us to respond quickly and effectively to emergencies. These tools are vital for fire suppression, rescue, medical response, disaster support, and district events.

All district-owned equipment is maintained by our volunteers and is always prioritized for emergency use and official district operations.

Equipment Inventory

A portable light tower machine inside a garage with concrete floor and overhead door.

Gravel area with white equipment trailers, a small vehicle, and a yellow fire truck in the background.

Several white portable light towers are parked on gravel, with a blue sky and trees in the background.

Diesel Light Towers & Generators

Quantity: 8 Light Towers/Generators

Primary Use: Provide lighting and power during nighttime incidents, training events, and disaster recovery.

Acquisition: Purchased through Oregon State Surplus using funds made from the Camas Valley Fundays.

Notes: 5 Light towers are trailer-mounted for rapid deployment, and 3 are movable via forklift; generators are 6kW output with 110V and 220V.

Green crash test sled with cushions, wheels, and various equipment in a workshop setting.

Diesel Heaters

Quantity: 3

Primary Use: Heat rehab areas for firefighters, warm medical treatment spaces during cold weather, and provide heat at community events.

Acquisition: Purchased from State Surplus by donations and fundraiser funds.

Notes: Diesel Fuel-efficient, portable, and safe for use in temporary shelters or tents. Each can hold 10 gallons of diesel, which allows it to run for 8 hours on a single tank. Each heater has an output of 110,000 BTU and comes with an inlet and output ventilation tube

A white fire department trailer with a red stripe, labeled "Camas Valley Fire Dept.", parked inside a garage.

A white trailer with a red stripe inside a garage with the door open to the outside.

Coiled hoses, a spare tire, generator, and bundled equipment in a storage compartment.

Water Trailer with Portable Pumps & Tanks

Water Trailers with Portable Pumps & Tanks

Quantity: 1 Trailer (2 1500 gallon portable water tanks, 3 portable pumps)

Primary Use: Transport water resources to remote fire locations, supply portable pumps for wildfire and structure protection, and provide water for public events.

Acquisition: Purchased from the Oregon State Surplus.

Notes: The trailer includes 3 portable pumps, hose fittings, hose, 2 foldable 1500 gallon water tanks, and 36 feet of hard suction line.

Equipment Use Policy

Our equipment exists first and foremost to serve the Camas Valley Rural Fire District. During an emergency, district operations always have priority access.

When not in use for emergency or training purposes, some items may be available for rent to other agencies or the public as a way to raise funds for our fire department.

Equipment Rental for Fundraising

When possible, certain items such as light towers, generators, diesel heaters, and water trailers may be rented for non-emergency use, such as:

Community events
Construction projects
Rodeos, fairs, and other outdoor gatherings

Rental Guidelines:

All rentals require submission of a Request for Availability form.
Other emergency agencies (e.g., fire departments) may use equipment during emergencies at almost no charge.
Public rentals for events will include a rental fee.
Camas Valley Rural Fire District residents receive a 10% discount on rental fees.
Costs for each item may vary and will be provided upon request.

How to Request Equipment

Contact the Camas Valley Fire Department office by phone or in person.
Fill out a Rental Request Form with event details, dates, and item(s) needed.
We will confirm availability and provide a rental fee quote.
Upon approval, sign the rental agreement and arrange pick-up/delivery.

Questions or Requests?

📞 Call: (541) 445-2207
📧 Email: James.beans@camasvalleyfire.org