Enterprise GIS & Real-Time Public Safety Integration
GeoMarvel partnered with South Adams County Fire Department to guide the transition from an ArcGIS Online–only environment to a fully deployed ArcGIS Enterprise system hosted in a Spatial.Host infrastructure. This engagement focused on enabling advanced GIS capabilities that were not possible in AGOL alone, while laying a scalable foundation to support both day-to-day operations and long-term strategic planning across the department.
Enterprise Architecture & Data Integration
A central component of the project was designing a robust enterprise architecture capable of supporting complex public safety data workflows.
GeoMarvel integrated ImageTrend Datamart into ArcGIS Enterprise using SQL-based processes that ensured data integrity, performance, and scalability. This work established a repeatable reference architecture that enables SACFD to visualize & analyze historical EMS incidents into a single authoritative layer, enabling near-real-time visualization, advanced analytics, & data-driven decision-making to support modern public safety operations and long-term planning. See images to the right for reference.
Real-Time Operations & Situational Awareness
GeoMarvel enhanced situational awareness by implementing ArcGIS Velocity to ingest and visualize live data from multiple operational systems, including Tablet Command dispatch data, Samsara dash cams, TrainFO railroad crossing sensors, and Blackline Safety gas detection devices. These integrations provided command staff and field crews with timely, map-based insights accessible both in command centers and on mobile devices within fire apparatus.
To support both operational and executive users, GeoMarvel customized Esri Solutions such as Watch Center and Fire Accreditation and embedded ArcGIS Business Analyst within ArcGIS Experience Builder applications. This approach delivered a unified, intuitive interface that allows leadership to generate demographic infographics, perform buffer and zone analyses, compare service areas, and monitor performance without requiring advanced GIS expertise.
The engagement delivered a scalable, enterprise-grade GIS platform that supports real-time response, operational coordination, and strategic decision-making. SACFD now benefits from an integrated GIS environment that improves data accessibility, enhances situational awareness, and positions the department for continued growth and innovation in public safety operations.
The South Adams County Fire Department serves the residents of Commerce City, Colorado and unincorporated areas of Adams County, protecting nearly 70 square miles of residential, commercial, industrial, and open land. What began in 1942 as an all-volunteer department has grown into a modern, combination fire service supported by dedicated firefighters, administrative staff, and strategic partnerships that help deliver comprehensive emergency response throughout a rapidly growing community.
Guided by a mission to protect life, property, and the environment, the department focuses on prevention, emergency response, and public education while fostering a workplace that values diversity, innovation, and excellence. Their vision centers on setting the standard for operational performance, collaboration, and community support—continually evolving to meet rising service demands and enhance public safety.
Today, the South Adams County Fire Department responds to more than 11,000 calls each year, delivering a comprehensive range of services that include emergency medical care, fire suppression, hazardous materials response, technical rescue, fire prevention, and investigation. Guided by core values of honor, pride, integrity, innovation, and teamwork, the department continues to advance its capabilities and strengthen its service to the community—ensuring residents receive reliable, professional, and compassionate care when it matters most.
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