A NEW EXPERIENCE
Sycamore Trails Aquatic Center Update
The Sycamore Trails Aquatic Center project is moving full steam ahead, with the design phase nearly complete. The next milestone in this transformative journey involves opening the project to public bidding, with contractor selection anticipated in early 2025. Once a contractor is chosen, the construction schedule will come into clearer focus and be finalized. While our goal is to open the new facility by summer 2026, the ultimate timeline will depend on the construction process and overall project costs. The redesign process was shaped directly by community feedback gathered in 2024 through surveys and focus groups. The result is a facility designed for versatility, safety, and enjoyment, featuring five separate bodies of water that can operate independently: the existing splash pad, a new kiddie pool, an exercise and teaching pool, a lap pool, and a recreation pool. This innovative configuration allows for more versatility and efficient use, while ensuring that mechanical issues or health and safety closures in one area won’t necessitate full facility closures. Community input also emphasized retaining popular features like zero-depth entry, which will remain in both the kiddie and recreational pools. The new design balances the family-friendly atmosphere cherished by the community with distinct spaces tailored to different user groups for maximum enjoyment. The facility will feature a variety of attractions to cater to all ages and interests, including a diving board, Aqua Zip-In, splash features, floatable climbers, and an in-water basketball and volleyball area. Enhanced relaxation spaces, such as seating shelves in the recreation and exercise pools, were added to encourage visitors to unwind and relax.
Three new slides, launching from a taller slide tower, will be sure to delight visitors of all ages. Safety remains a top priority, with features like a gated kiddie pool area to provide a secure, separate play area for young children. Responding to community requests for more comfort, the redesign includes approximately 30% more seating and a nearly 200% increase in shaded areas. This state-of-the-art facility represents the next generation of public swimming in Miamisburg, blending recreation, relaxation, and safety in a thoughtfully designed space. As we move into the construction phase, we’ll continue sharing updates and showcasing the many features we’re excited to bring to the community. Thank you for your ongoing support—together, we’re building something extraordinary for generations to come!
The blue outlines are the current STAC buildings, pool, and splash pad. The gray shapes are the new pool footprint.
TIMELINE • May 2023 - significant water loss detected in facility • August 2023 - extensive testing, investigation and significant repair attempts made on existing infrastructure • November 2023 - Decision made to close for 2024 season, launch investigation into options for complete piping repair vs. facility redesign • May 2024 - Analysis shows redesign is the preferred option for the long-term use of the facility • June 2024 - Design process for new facility begins • January 2025 - Design process concludes, bid process for contractor begins • February 2025 - Bids due, contractor selected, timeline clarified • To learn more about the pool design, timeline information and next steps visit PlayMiamisburg.com or scan the QR Code.
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