Kingsport Aquatic Center to undergo key improvements, upgrades
The Kingsport Aquatic Center will undergo $1.5 million in infrastructure upgrades and guest improvements beginning next month – a project aimed to secure the long-term future success of the facility.
As such, the Indoor Pools will close September 5th to be drained prior to the improvement project beginning.
The Outdoor Water Park will remain open through Labor Day (September 7) and then close for the improvement project. Locker rooms will not be available during the shutdown.
The Outdoor Lap Pool will be open 6 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Friday during the shutdown (except September 14). This schedule is subject to change and will be reevaluated weekly.
Southern Watershapes Inc., will be performing this improvement project for the city, which will include the following:
- Five pools will receive new plaster, updated tile, edge treatments, guttering improvements and new filtration components.
- Pump room upgrades will include replacement and updates to chlorine lines and related mechanical components.
- All main drains throughout the facility will receive new compliant drain covers.
- Indoor slide will receive a new gel coat finish and updated structural paint.
- Indoor splash pad spray features will receive updates and improvements.
- Outdoor leisure pool and play structure will receive updated paint and new plexiglass components.
“All of these improvements are designed to enhance the guest experience while also protecting and extending the life of the facility’s infrastructure,” said Aquatic Center Manager Wendy Terrazas. “Our goal with this project is to minimize disruption to our users while continuing to uphold the high standards of our facility for years to come.”
For more information about the Kingsport Aquatic Center, please visit www.swimkingsport.com.
