Press Release
Dorchester County Government held a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Ladson Road Fire and EMS Station on Tuesday, July 11th, 2023. Elected officials, community leaders, and honored guests gathered together to celebrate the completion of the newly built station located at 4214 Ladson Road.
“Today marks the culmination of years of hard work, planning, and collaboration. We are celebrating this milestone because of our community’s vision and commitment to public safety. By working together, we have increased the capacity for emergency response in this community,” said Dorchester County Council Chairman Todd Friddle.
The new station is one of the Oakbrook TIF District priorities and was primarily funded through TIF limited obligation bonds as well as ARPA funds. This state-of-the-art facility will serve one of the fastest growing areas in Dorchester County. It is equipped with heated bays for all-season training and includes a decontamination entrance for ensuring staff safety and to prevent the spread of hazardous materials. It is also Dorchester’s first station to be fully integrated with smart technology that incorporates the new automated dispatch system into the construction of the facility and also features an option for growth that accommodates additional bay expansion ensuring scalability as the needs of our community evolve.
The ribbon cutting ceremony also honored the Old Fort Fire Department and unveiled the new plaque that is dedicated to long-time fire chief, Larry Hood.
“Today we are not only marking our path forward with the opening of our new station, but we also honor the Old Fort Fire Department which served our community for over 40 years. This plaque will serve as a reminder and tribute to Chief Hood’s remarkable legacy and the impact he made on the safety and well-being of this community,” said Dorchester County Council Vice Chairman David Chinnis
