Station 65 - West
Slope
8661 SW Canyon Rd.
Portland, OR 97225
 Station 65 is located in
the area known as West Slope and is the oldest fire station in the Fire
District. Its main response area involves two major freeways, Highways
26 and 217. Both of these state highways carry large volumes of traffic
and commerce. The metro light rail line (MAX), Oregon Zoo and Barnes
Road transit centers, and the MAX light rail tunnel are in Station 65's
first response area. The West Slope station houses 9 full-time personnel
(3 on each 24-hour shift), with paramedic(s) staffing Engine 65 at all
times.
Fire
Apparatus at this Station
7,667 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1968,
Construction Cost: $156,490
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