by Mike Zale, Ogden Town Supervisor
Replacement of the Splash Pad at Pineway Ponds Park is officially underway. The new Splash Pad will be an inclusive space designed for toddlers, children, and families to enjoy time together outdoors. It will be in the same area as the original, covering 4,300 square feet and featuring 22 spray elements, highlighted by a large dumping bucket.
Since its opening in 2008, Ogden’s original Splash Pad has been a beloved attraction, bringing joy and laughter to children and families from Ogden and beyond. However, over the past few years, it became clear that the Splash Pad needed to be replaced, as its aging features were deteriorating, and irreparable damage was becoming increasingly frequent and apparent.
While it was bittersweet to see it close for the final time last fall, we knew exciting things were ahead for this space. Since then, we’ve been working diligently at the town level to create a new Splash Pad design that will build on everything the community loved about the old one, while offering an even better experience.
Thanks to careful planning by the Town, the entire replacement project is being funded through a combination of town savings, ARPA funds, a New York State grant, and a generous donation of labor.
Demolition of the old pad and construction of essential drainage and piping elements are currently in progress, with installation of the new Splash Pad set to follow. During this time, the area will be fenced off from the public. It is anticipated that the new pad will officially open in June 2025.
There’s still plenty of work to be done before the project is complete, but we are confident that kids and families alike will love the new Splash Pad, and that this space will continue to serve as a community hub in our town.
Stay tuned for more updates on the installation, the grand opening event, and details about the rules for use of the new Splash Pad.
