Repairs begin at Historic Pumphouse following May 2026 fire
Published on November 03, 2026
Restoration work is underway at Cheyenne’s Historic Pumphouse, as the City moves forward with efforts to preserve the more than 130-year-old landmark following a fire in May 2026.
Crews with Legacy Construction Group have begun installing a new roof on the historic building. The project will also include lead and asbestos abatement, removal of a non-historic addition, and construction of interior bearing walls to help stabilize and protect the building, and a new roof structure.
The work is being completed through an emergency procurement process authorized by Municipal Code. This approach allows the City to move forward with critical repairs before the winter months, protecting the building and positioning it for future rehabilitation.
The Pumphouse sustained significant damage in a fire determined to be human-caused in May. The Cheyenne Police Department subsequently arrested a man in connection with the incident. Following the fire, structural engineers evaluated the building and determined that it remained salvageable, providing an opportunity to preserve this important piece of Cheyenne’s history.
The City continues to envision the Pumphouse as the future home of the Community Recreation and Events Department’s Clean and Safe Division, which plays an important role in maintaining and caring for public spaces throughout Downtown Cheyenne.
The roof replacement and associated stabilization work will cost just under $1.37 million. Once this phase is complete, the City will prepare a cost estimate for the remaining rehabilitation work and submit it to City Council for consideration during the first part of next year.
Located at 1504 Dillon Ave., the Historic Pumphouse is visible from Ames Avenue and remains an important part of Cheyenne’s architectural and industrial heritage. The current work represents an important first step toward securing the building’s future and returning it to productive use in the community.
To learn more about the building and the City's preservation efforts, visit www.cheyennecity.org/pumphouse.