Keep Anderson Afloat: Designing a Replacement for Our Outdoor Pool

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Anderson Outdoor Pool, located within Anderson Park, originally opened in 1979 and has been open to the community annually in the summers since. Despite a facelift in 2008, Anderson Pool and the foundation it’s built on remain mostly original to its 1979 construction, and its aging infrastructure is nearing the end of its functional life. Within the next 3-5 years, the Pool will need to be closed indefinitely or replaced at an estimated cost of $12M-$17M. In 2025, Parks and Recreation staff are asking residents 1) whether or not they support replacing the outdoor pool and 2) if they want to see the Pool replaced and continue to be available to the community, what amenities would they like to see included in the design for the new Pool.

How Can I Get Involved?

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    • Learn about in-person tabling opportunities and engagement with community groups

What are some of the issues with the current Pool?

  • Infrastructure:
    • Wall between family and lap pool deteriorating
    • Most of the pool walls are original to 1979, are not up to code, and are nearing the end of their lifespan
    • Family pool is on the original 1979 slab. That age, plus the high water table in Anderson Park, is causing increasing and irreparable damages to pipes and significant water leaks/waste plus the added cost for more water and chemicals
    • Electrical surges have damaged pumps, pipes, and valves.
    • Consistent flooding and shower/toilet issues due to 1970s design that does not align well with civil water system
    • Metal gutters and pool wall plaster are nearing the end of their lifespan
  • Mechanical:
    • Mechanical spaces are not up to current safety codes and need to be rebuilt for employee safety
    • Pool heater is incorrect size, causing issues to both pools
    • Water circulation issues between the slide catch and lap pools
    • Infrastructure issues are causing some of the mechanical issues
  • Explore the FAQ section to learn more details.

Anderson Outdoor Pool, located within Anderson Park, originally opened in 1979 and has been open to the community annually in the summers since. Despite a facelift in 2008, Anderson Pool and the foundation it’s built on remain mostly original to its 1979 construction, and its aging infrastructure is nearing the end of its functional life. Within the next 3-5 years, the Pool will need to be closed indefinitely or replaced at an estimated cost of $12M-$17M. In 2025, Parks and Recreation staff are asking residents 1) whether or not they support replacing the outdoor pool and 2) if they want to see the Pool replaced and continue to be available to the community, what amenities would they like to see included in the design for the new Pool.

How Can I Get Involved?

  • Take Survey

  • What does Anderson Pool mean to you?
  • Check out the News Feed tab
    • Learn about in-person tabling opportunities and engagement with community groups

What are some of the issues with the current Pool?

  • Infrastructure:
    • Wall between family and lap pool deteriorating
    • Most of the pool walls are original to 1979, are not up to code, and are nearing the end of their lifespan
    • Family pool is on the original 1979 slab. That age, plus the high water table in Anderson Park, is causing increasing and irreparable damages to pipes and significant water leaks/waste plus the added cost for more water and chemicals
    • Electrical surges have damaged pumps, pipes, and valves.
    • Consistent flooding and shower/toilet issues due to 1970s design that does not align well with civil water system
    • Metal gutters and pool wall plaster are nearing the end of their lifespan
  • Mechanical:
    • Mechanical spaces are not up to current safety codes and need to be rebuilt for employee safety
    • Pool heater is incorrect size, causing issues to both pools
    • Water circulation issues between the slide catch and lap pools
    • Infrastructure issues are causing some of the mechanical issues
  • Explore the FAQ section to learn more details.

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    by pmusso, 20 days ago

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    by Amy T., about 1 month ago

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