Marker Inscription
The Hose and Hand Pump Company was formed in 1884 as Round Rock's first organized fire department. Money for equipment was raised through donations, picnics, dances, box suppers, and other fund drives. The first building constructed for Round Rock's fire department was completed in 1892. About 1934, the department purchased its first piece of motor-driven equipment--a Model T Ford chassis. As one of the state's oldest volunteer fire departments, it continues to provide significant service to the citizens of Round Rock. (1984)
About this site
Round Rock Volunteer Fire Department is a historical marker in Round Rock, Williamson County, dedicated in 1984. It is one of 241 historical markers documented in Williamson County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 448 historic sites cataloged across the county.
The site sits at 30.5319, -97.6862 near Round Rock. The nearest cataloged historic site is Harrell Cemetery (historical marker), about 0.5 miles away. Others within a short drive include Pioneer Builders, In memory of the, Hopewell Round Rock, and Round Rock Post Office and William M. Owen House.
This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5491009332. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.
