Springfield Fire Station No. 8

The city of Springfield is putting up another fire station, this time to serve the southwest part of the city.

The $1.6 million, 15,600-square-foot structure is being constructed by general contractor Flintco Inc. Mark Terbrock is the project manager.

The architect for the station is John Torgerson with Pellham-Phillips-Hagerman.

A September completion is planned for the project, which will consist of a four-bay engine garage, living area, kitchen facilities, sleeping quarters and a community room. The community room will be used for public meetings and it includes marker boards with "smart board" technology.

Also, a paved walking trail is to be constructed to the south of the building.

Fire Station No. 8 will be similar in design to the recently completed Fire Station No. 1 on Grand Street across from Southwest Mis-souri State University. However, Fire Station No. 8 will be larger.