Sneak peek of Slayter Creek Splash Pad

The city of Anna is offering a sneak peek of its newly renovated Slayter Creek Park Splash Pad on June 24-25 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. After a brief closure the park will officially open July 1.

Frances La Rue, communications manager, said the park, located at 425 W. Rosamond Parkway, was demolished and rebuilt from the ground up, resulting in a state-of-the-art recreational area.

Through the years, the splash pad had undergone several modifications and updates to improve water conservation, chemical safety and overall efficiency.

“However, with the equipment becoming increasingly outdated and repairs becoming more challenging due to parts’ availability, the City Council approved a comprehensive renovation plan,” La Rue said.

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The City Council on Sept. 16 approved a contract with Kraftsman Commercial Playgrounds and Waterparks to design and rebuild the park.

One of the park’s $2.5 million in enhancements is an 11,500-gallon water tank, which has 10 times the capacity of its predecessor. The wet surface area also increased by more than 2,000 square feet, allowing for more water features and interactive play zones.

Other enhancements include sidewalks for pedestrian connectivity to the existing pavilion, a new fitness court and sun shades throughout the splash pad.

“We are extremely excited about the transformation of our splash pad,” said Marc Marchand, director of neighborhood services. “This renovation represents a significant investment in our community’s recreational infrastructure, providing a safe and engaging environment for families and children to cool off and have fun during the summer months.”

Since the splash pad will not yet be open for the long weekend, here are a few others in Collin County to consider:

Allen

Sprayground at Celebration Park, 701 Angel Parkway. Cool off daily during the summer from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., except for Wednesdays when the splash pad is closed for maintenance.

Frisco

Frisco’s three water playground options, open daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., include Frisco Commons, 8000 McKinney Road; J.R. Newman Park at 8211 Twin Falls Drive; and Shepherds Glen Park located at 12012 Shepherds Hill Drive.

McKinney

McKinney boasts splash pads across the city, which are open the same hours as the city parks — from 5:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Locations include: Al Ruschhaupt Soccer complex, 2701 N. Brook Drive; Ash Woods Park (delayed opening, expected to open later this month), 10301 JFK Blvd.; Cottonwood Park, 212 McMakin Street; Aviator Park, 1201 Monticello Drive; Finch Park, 301 W. Standifer Street; Horizon Park, 401 Flat Rock Drive; Inspiration Park, 4212 Shawnee Drive; John M. Whisenant Park, 3701 Hudson Crossing; Dr. Mack Hill Park, 1849 Reagan Drive; and Prestwyck Park, 1651 Prestwick Hollow Drive.

Plano

Enjoy the splash pads at Liberty Playground at Windhaven Meadows Park, from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. at 5400 Windhaven Parkway. Other locations, with hours depending on each facility, include Jack Carter Pool, 2601 Pleasant Valley Drive; Plano Aquatic Center, 2301 Westside Drive; and Tom Muehlenbeck Recreation Center, 5801 W. Parker Road.