The construction of the Dowagiac Fire Station has been completed with a budget of $4.1 million. The new home for the Dowagiac Fire Department is a 10,000 square foot facility with 5 fire truck bays, storage and decontamination for firefighting gear, a two-story hose tower and a large meeting room. Amenities for staff include an exercise room, day room, bunk house, and residential-style kitchen.