HAMPTON, Va. - The City of Hampton shared pictures of the progress made on construction of the Hampton Virginia Aquaplex and Splashdown Park, saying that the state-of-the-art facility is now expected to open in fall 2022.
The pictures show the aquaplex's main indoor pool, as well as a look at the splash park and outdoor pool.
The city first broke ground on the aquaplex, which cost roughly $29.5 million, in July 2021.
City Manager Mary Bunting told News 3 that the city is trying to appeal to residents as well as visitors. She said part of the programming will include water safety and swim lessons, including a partnership with Hampton Public Schools.
Once open, the Hampton Virginia Aquaplex facility will feature:
- Eight-lane, 50 m. competition pool with two moveable bulkheads
- State-of-the-art timing and scoring by Colorado Time Systems
- Eight-lane, 25 yd. programming pool
- 1,500-seat elevated spectator viewing area
- 760 on-deck competitor seating
- Pool-side whirlpool jacuzzi
- 2 one-meter springboards and 2 three-meter springboards
- 2,030 sq. ft. multipurpose room
- 1,270 sq. ft. team room
- Culinary center concession food service
The price of admission has not yet been determined.
