The pool was forced to shut down on June 15 when heavy rain and flooding hit Texas’s capital city, causing rushing water, rapids, and waterfalls at the natural spring-fed swimming spot. Austin Parks and Recreation said its staff removed large tree branches, aluminum cans, fishing hooks, and other debris from the pool water.
Since last week’s severe weather subsided, the Austin PARD team has cleaned off the decks and reinstalled the diving board and lifeguard stands in preparation for the pool’s reopening. Barton Springs is a popular three-acre swimming pool near Zilker Metropolitan Park in downtown Austin. The pool, known as Austin’s “Crown Jewel,” is fed by underground springs, making its waters crystal clear and a year-round temperature of 68 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit.
Deep Eddy Pool is expected to reopen on Monday, June 29, just in time for July Fourth weekend, barring any weather-related delays. Besides Deep Eddy, Austin’s other year-round pools are Barton Springs, Big Stacy, Colony Park, Bartholomew and Springwoods. In total, the City of Austin operates 44 public aquatic facilities.