Waconda Community Fire Dept. - Firehouses on Waymarking.com

Located in Clay County, South Dakota, Waconda has a population of 350 as of July 2008. This is a 6% reduction in population from the 2000 census.

Waconda is a small town located in southeastern South Dakota. It was founded in 1885 and there was a constant influx of settlers into the community. The railroad had just built a new line coming into Waconda and economic circumstances brought many businesses into town. There is a legend that "Waconda" is an Indian word meaning "Wonderland" based upon the belief that Waconda was located in a wonderland of productivity.

Waconda is home to a population of almost 400 people. Waconda offers a true "small town" atmosphere where people are friendly and work together as a community. Waconda is home to many local businesses, as well as five churches, and the Irene/Waconda elementary school. Waconda also has a wonderful city park, which is an area suited for many activities for children and adults. This quaint little town has much to offer any visitor or resident!

Courtesy of Waconda city website.

Paid or Volunteer: Volunteer EMS Involvement: yes Has 911 Dispatch: yes Has Emergency Call Box: no Has Emergency Siren: yes Has Fire Pole: no Average Alarms Per Year: 4 Number of Firetrucks: 3 Physical Address: 404 2nd Street Waconda, SD USA 57073 Number of Emergency Staff: 18 Rating: Related Website: Not listed

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