New Hampshire Department of Safety - Smokey Bear Campus - Concord, NH

NH Department of Safety - Smokey Bear Blvd Campus

State Fire Marshal and Incident Planning

The facility at 110 Smokey Bear Boulevard is a critical component of the New Hampshire Department of Safety's operations in Concord. It houses the Office of the State Fire Marshal (Division of Fire Safety) and the Incident Planning and Operations Center (IPOC). This secure facility serves as the nerve center for statewide emergency management coordination and fire safety regulation.

• State Fire Marshal: The Division of Fire Safety investigates complex fires and arson cases, enforces the state fire code, and regulates fireworks and tramways. They provide specialized expertise to local fire departments throughout New Hampshire.
• Incident Operations: The IPOC is designed to coordinate multi-agency responses to major disasters, ensuring seamless communication between state, federal, and local responders.
• Training Campus: Adjacent to this building (at 98 Smokey Bear Blvd) lies the Richard M. Flynn Fire Academy, a premier training facility for firefighters and EMS personnel, featuring live-fire burn buildings and aircraft rescue props.

Visitor Information

Access to the 110 Smokey Bear Boulevard facility is restricted due to the sensitive nature of its operations. Visitors typically require an appointment and must pass through security screening. The campus is located off Route 106 (Sheep Davis Road), a short drive from the Steeplegate Mall area. General inquiries regarding fire codes, modular building standards, or hazardous materials can often be handled via phone or the department's website.