Silver Lake Pool to be accomplished by 2026 swimming season

ROCHESTER, Minn. (KTTC) – Silver Lake Pool is predicted to complete development across the finish of May 2026, which is able to permit the pool for use within the 2026 swimming season.

Head of the Recreation and Sports Facilities Division of Rochester Parks and Recreation Department Ben Boldt stated the development had been barely delayed, however barring any climate occasions, it’s anticipated to make up time within the fall months.

The pool will present a brand new search for patrons, in addition to new facilities.

“It’ll be a 25-yard pool that we’re looking to add a couple of features to now, like a climbing wall,” Boldt stated.

The facility may even characteristic a splash pad space, free for the neighborhood to make use of and luxuriate in.

Silver Lake Pool will probably be smaller than Soldier’s Field Aquatic Center, which is coming to the tip of its second season. However, Boldt stated the dimensions is a part of the attraction, permitting patrons to get pleasure from a water amenity with out the ability being crowded.

“We also envision this being a location where we’re able to partner with Rochester Swim Club and others to teach swimming lessons here,” Boldt stated. “It’ll be a good size pool for that swimming lesson activity as well during the summer months.”

As for the 2025 swimming season, Boldt stated the Soldier’s Field Aquatic Center was in a position to deal with a rise in patrons this yr, together with greater than 1,000 at a time.

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