Dallas Fire Station No. 16
historic place
Dallas Fire Station Number 16 is a historic place in Dallas, Texas. It was constructed in 1918 at 5501 Columbia Avenue. The building was designed by architect H.A. Overbeck. He incorporated influences from both the Prairie School and Mission Revival architectural styles. This two-story red brick building features a curvilinear Mission Revival parapet and cast stone detailing. The station was built to serve the growing East Dallas neighborhoods, including Munger Place and Junius Heights. Its construction followed a significant fire in Oak Cliff in 1908, which highlighted the need for improved fire protection. Fire Station Number 16 served the community through the post-World War II era. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1997. The city of Dallas also designated it a local landmark in 1988. Dallas Fire Station Number 16 stands as an intact example of an early 20th-century fire station, reflecting the city's development and its commitment to public safety.