City of Brookhaven, GA

08/01/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 08/01/2024 08:58

Popular pools: Brookhaven aquatics have record attendance

Above: The new Lynwood Park which opened in 2024 had the highest attendance of all three pools.

Brookhaven, GA, Aug. 1, 2024 - Thanks in part to the new pools and the hot summer weather, record numbers have already visited Brookhaven Parks to cool off with a dip in the water.

More than 32,000 people made a splash at one or more of Brookhaven's three pools from May 24 to July 21, 2024.

"This is the biggest year for Brookhaven pools ever," said Michael King, Brookhaven Parks & Recreation Director. "Our Lynwood and Briarwood pools are brand new, we hired a new aquatics manager and brought on a new pool maintenance and lifeguard contractor. Considering the extended hours approved earlier this year by Council, we had very few closures this year and the weather cooperated, too."

Beginning next week, Brookhaven pools will be open on a modified schedule from Aug. 5 through Labor Day, Sept. 2. The pools listed below will be open only on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Open through Sept. 2 (Sat. & Sun.)
• Murphey Candler Pool, 1551 West Nancy Creek Drive, Brookhaven.
• Lynwood Park Pool and Splash Pad, 3360 Osborne Rd NE, Brookhaven.
• Briarwood Park Pool, 2235 Briarwood Way NE, Brookhaven.

On Labor Day, Sept. 2, all pools will be open from 12 - 6 p.m.

Ashford Park Splash Pad
• The Ashford Park Splash Pad at 2980 Redding Road NE, Brookhaven will remain open through Sept. 30, Tuesday - Sunday 10 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. (closed Mondays)

Brookhaven District 1 Councilmember Michael Diaz stated "Brookhaven pools have been the most popular attraction over the summer, and it is an investment in our community. It has been exciting to see the collaboration with the organized swimming teams as well as the free water safety classes by the YMCA. From movie nights to Doggie Dip Days, there is so much more for the community. I am elated for our successful season thus far and will continue to support our aquatics program with the resources that they need."

For more information on pool fees, season passes, hours of operation, and pool and splash pad rentals, visit https://www.brookhavenga.gov/parksrec/page/aquatic-programs-and-information.

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