After a nearly three-year closure, the Eagle pool has a reopening date
Pool passes are already on sale
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Grab your sunscreen, swim goggles and swim caps — Eagle’s new pool is opening on Thursday, June 5. A ribbon-cutting ceremony is scheduled at 11:30 a.m., with doors opening to the public at noon.
Pool passes went on sale Monday, May 19, and will be available for in-person purchase from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Eagle Pool and Ice Rink; from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturdays and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays at the Gypsum Recreation Center, and from 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Edwards Field House.
The overhaul of the community pool is a collaborative effort between the town of Eagle, Mountain Recreation and a $500,000 grant from Great Outdoors Colorado. The $13 million project includes:
- Nearly double the water surface area with a zero-depth leisure pool and a separate six-lane lap pool
- Four new family changing rooms
- Two new water slides
- Shade structures and new lounge chairs
- The return of Willy the Frog, plus basketball, ziplines, water play features and more
“After three years, we’re excited to share and celebrate the opening of Eagle’s new pool,” said Ture Nycum, Mountain Rec executive director. “We are thankful for the community’s support and for the dedication of our design and construction teams and staff in bringing back a beloved community space that will be enjoyed for years to come.”
The original Eagle Pool closed in 2022 following the discovery of significant water loss. A third-party assessment found the pool was settling in the northwest end, compromising filtration and preventing proper chemical treatment, ultimately failing to meet health code requirements.
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Construction on the new pool began on May 9, 2024. To ensure its longevity, the town and Mountain Rec addressed the site’s hydro-collapsible soils. Working with soil engineers, a geotechnical study was conducted to assess soil quality and predict future settlement. As a result, more than 260 compaction grout columns were installed throughout the new pool’s footprint to stabilize the ground and support the infrastructure.
“We’re confident the new pool will be a cornerstone for community wellness, learning and recreation,” said Larry Pardee, Eagle’s town manager. “This project reflects our commitment to long-term investments that improve quality of life for Eagle residents and families.”
Dynamic Program Management has served as the owner’s representative on the project, with JHL Constructors selected as the general contractor and Ohlson Lavoie Collaborative as the design team. Community open houses and feedback were sought throughout the process.
Mountain Rec is continuing to hire lifeguard positions for the summer with pay starting at $20.50 per hour for certified lifeguards. You must be at least 15 years old to become a lifeguard. Mountain Rec will provide training opportunities throughout the summer.
For hours of operation, lifeguard trainings, swim programs and more information, visit MountainRec.org.
