Ken-Caryl Ranch is committed to wildfire preparedness and risk reduction. Below, you’ll find essential resources to help protect your home, understand evacuation procedures, and stay informed about fire mitigation efforts.
Evacuation Preparedness
Ken-Caryl Ranch Evacuation Maps
As part of our Firewise initiative, evacuation route maps have been developed to promote community education and awareness. While these maps serve as guides, always follow first responders’ directions in an emergency.
KCR Evacuation Maps
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Fire Mitigation & Home Protection
Ken-Caryl Ranch is recognized as a Firewise Community, actively reducing wildfire risks through a structured five-step process. This program encourages residents to take ownership of fire safety in their homes and neighborhoods.
Ken-Caryl Wildfire Hazard Mitigation Plan
Ken-Caryl Wildfire Hazard Fuels Assessment
Request a Free Wildfire Assessment: Fuel Hazard Assessments – Now Open
Ken-Caryl Ranch is now accepting Fuel Hazard Assessment requests, with appointment times currently available through our updated scheduling process designed to:
- Improve communication
- Streamline appointment scheduling
- Maximize time spent on in-field assessments
Due to high demand and limited field capacity, appointments are scheduled based on availability, and wait times may occur.
Schedule Your Assessment
Residents can now submit a request and select from available appointment times. Early scheduling is encouraged as appointment slots may fill quickly.
This updated process helps us deliver timely, high-quality assessments while continuing to support wildfire preparedness across the community.
Thank you for partnering with us to help keep Ken-Caryl Ranch safe.
Community Wildfire Preparedness
Take these two simple steps to enhance your wildfire preparedness:
Register with LookoutAlert (formerly CodeRed) for emergency notifications.
Review the Home Ignition Zone Checklist – A step-by-step guide to making your home more fire-resistant.
Once you’ve completed these steps, explore the additional Firewise resources below.
Guidelines for Residents Living Next to Open Space
Residents adjacent to open space may maintain a 10-foot buffer zone for defensible space.
Allowed Activities:
✔ Mow grasses (minimum height: 4″)
✔ Remove dead branches or logs
✔ Remove woody vegetation up to 4″ in diameter
⚠ Failure to follow these guidelines may result in a violation notice, fines, or loss of association privileges.
Not Allowed:
✖ Removing vegetation beyond the 10′ buffer
✖ Pruning trees over 4″ in diameter
✖ Dumping or storing materials (e.g., slash, grass clippings)
✖ Installing structures, landscaping, fences, or play equipment
Ken-Caryl Ranch Firewise Community Survey
In March 2024, the Master Association hosted a community survey to gather feedback on the direction of the Ken-Caryl Ranch Firewise Committee and wildfire mitigation efforts directed by the MA. The goal was to better understand the value these efforts by staff and the Firewise Committee provide, and how we can better serve the needs of the Ken-Caryl community in terms of fire mitigation efforts, initiatives, education, risk reduction and how to adapt to living with wildfire.
The survey is now closed. To view the survey results and analysis, please click on the button below.
Resources
- After the Fire Handout
- Creating a Defensive Space*
- LookoutAlert (Formerly CodeRED)
- Fire Escape Plan*
- Firewise Plant Material
- Firewise Wildfire Safety Tips
- Jeffco Slash Collection (drop off site for branches etc. each fall)
- Protect Yourself and Your Community Flier
- Ready.Gov Wildfire Information
- Red Cross Fire Safety Guide
- Wildfire Evacuation Tips
- Wildfire Mitigation Income Tax Credit
*Thank you to Liam from Scout Troop 218 for sharing these resources!
Firewise Contacts
Ken-Caryl Ranch Park Rangers: 303-979-1876, ext. 170
Colorado State Forest Service: 303-279-9757