Community Outdoor Pool

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Kids and adults swimming in Crawford Park Pool.

On May 14, 2022, the City Council will break ground on the new community pool - the Lagoon at Virginia Weaver Park! Join us from noon to 2 p.m. at Virginia Weaver Park (631 Somerset) for free food, family activities, and live entertainment.

The new pool will feature almost 10,000 square feet of water surface, including a zero-depth entry pool, a separate lap swim pool, a lazy river and three-turn slide, and a splash feature.

Background Information
In November 2017, voters approved funding to build a new outdoor pool to replace the existing pool at Crawford Park. In 2018, the City began the design process for the pool, which included site analysis and selection. The site analysis assesses environmental conditions, potential impacts to existing programs and amenities, and other site-specific considerations. Based on this analysis and input from the City Council, Parks Board, and citizens, Virginia Weaver Park was selected as the location for the new pool.

The City received a grant from Texas Parks and Wildlife for $750,000 towards the construction cost. The pool was designed after broad public input from the community, which drove the selection of amenities.



On May 14, 2022, the City Council will break ground on the new community pool - the Lagoon at Virginia Weaver Park! Join us from noon to 2 p.m. at Virginia Weaver Park (631 Somerset) for free food, family activities, and live entertainment.

The new pool will feature almost 10,000 square feet of water surface, including a zero-depth entry pool, a separate lap swim pool, a lazy river and three-turn slide, and a splash feature.

Background Information
In November 2017, voters approved funding to build a new outdoor pool to replace the existing pool at Crawford Park. In 2018, the City began the design process for the pool, which included site analysis and selection. The site analysis assesses environmental conditions, potential impacts to existing programs and amenities, and other site-specific considerations. Based on this analysis and input from the City Council, Parks Board, and citizens, Virginia Weaver Park was selected as the location for the new pool.

The City received a grant from Texas Parks and Wildlife for $750,000 towards the construction cost. The pool was designed after broad public input from the community, which drove the selection of amenities.



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  • Share What is the latest update on the location and timeline of the outdoor pool? Also, any word on the indoor pool at the Rec? on Facebook Share What is the latest update on the location and timeline of the outdoor pool? Also, any word on the indoor pool at the Rec? on Twitter Share What is the latest update on the location and timeline of the outdoor pool? Also, any word on the indoor pool at the Rec? on Linkedin Email What is the latest update on the location and timeline of the outdoor pool? Also, any word on the indoor pool at the Rec? link

    What is the latest update on the location and timeline of the outdoor pool? Also, any word on the indoor pool at the Rec?

    Jolaw asked about 3 years ago

    Thanks for your question! The new pool will be at Virginia Weaver Park. The pool is still in the design phase, and we expect to bid it out this summer. Once we have a final design, we'll post it here on the Newsfeed of this project page! 

    An indoor pool is still included in the long-range plans for the recreation center, but funding hasn't been identified for its construction or operation. 

  • Share What are the plans for the existing pool space at Crawford? I've seen a suggestion that it be turned into a Skateboard area; that or something like it sounds like a good idea. There should be something to maintain a connection for our young folk to this beloved historic park, beyond the playground & soccer fields. Also, is there any plan to set a target date for the Indoor pool to be built in Cedar Hill? This idea has been around for at least 15 yrs, because I attended 2 different community mtgs discussing such a pool many years ago. I've really been surprised that it has not ALREADY become a reality! on Facebook Share What are the plans for the existing pool space at Crawford? I've seen a suggestion that it be turned into a Skateboard area; that or something like it sounds like a good idea. There should be something to maintain a connection for our young folk to this beloved historic park, beyond the playground & soccer fields. Also, is there any plan to set a target date for the Indoor pool to be built in Cedar Hill? This idea has been around for at least 15 yrs, because I attended 2 different community mtgs discussing such a pool many years ago. I've really been surprised that it has not ALREADY become a reality! on Twitter Share What are the plans for the existing pool space at Crawford? I've seen a suggestion that it be turned into a Skateboard area; that or something like it sounds like a good idea. There should be something to maintain a connection for our young folk to this beloved historic park, beyond the playground & soccer fields. Also, is there any plan to set a target date for the Indoor pool to be built in Cedar Hill? This idea has been around for at least 15 yrs, because I attended 2 different community mtgs discussing such a pool many years ago. I've really been surprised that it has not ALREADY become a reality! on Linkedin Email What are the plans for the existing pool space at Crawford? I've seen a suggestion that it be turned into a Skateboard area; that or something like it sounds like a good idea. There should be something to maintain a connection for our young folk to this beloved historic park, beyond the playground & soccer fields. Also, is there any plan to set a target date for the Indoor pool to be built in Cedar Hill? This idea has been around for at least 15 yrs, because I attended 2 different community mtgs discussing such a pool many years ago. I've really been surprised that it has not ALREADY become a reality! link

    What are the plans for the existing pool space at Crawford? I've seen a suggestion that it be turned into a Skateboard area; that or something like it sounds like a good idea. There should be something to maintain a connection for our young folk to this beloved historic park, beyond the playground & soccer fields. Also, is there any plan to set a target date for the Indoor pool to be built in Cedar Hill? This idea has been around for at least 15 yrs, because I attended 2 different community mtgs discussing such a pool many years ago. I've really been surprised that it has not ALREADY become a reality!

    Carol H asked over 4 years ago

    Thank you for your questions. The City will do a master planning process for Crawford park in 2020, where neighbors can help decide the future of that park. Keep a look out for public input opportunities for that project!

    An indoor pool is still included in the Parks system long-range plans, but because funding for that type of facility hasn't yet been identified, no target date has been set for an indoor pool.


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    When is the estimated completion date?

    Gigi1791 asked over 4 years ago

    Thank you for your question. Our goals is to have the new pool complete during the 2021 season. We will have a better idea of an estimated completion date once the pool has been designed and a contract is awarded for construction.

  • Share I thought there were plans to build an indoor pool at the recreation center?? What happened to that? on Facebook Share I thought there were plans to build an indoor pool at the recreation center?? What happened to that? on Twitter Share I thought there were plans to build an indoor pool at the recreation center?? What happened to that? on Linkedin Email I thought there were plans to build an indoor pool at the recreation center?? What happened to that? link

    I thought there were plans to build an indoor pool at the recreation center?? What happened to that?

    Cherrylf asked over 4 years ago

    Thank you for your question. An indoor pool is still included in the Parks system long-range plans, but funding for that type of facility hasn't yet been identified.

    This project was included in the 2017 bond election to replace the existing outdoor pool at Crawford Park, which is aging and near the end of its life. 

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