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Water Spout

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The Water Spout Aquatic Center

Welcome to The Water Spout, your premier year-round, family-friendly, and handicap-accessible outdoor aquatic center. Designed to accommodate guests of all ages and abilities, our facility features a sloped, zero-depth "beach" entry pool scaling up to four feet in depth, ensuring safe and easy access for everyone.

 

Facility Features & Amenities

Whether you are seeking high-speed thrills, lap swimming, or a relaxing day under the shade, our facility offers a comprehensive range of amenities.

Category Features & Description
Thrill Slides The Octopus Ride: A thrilling, closed 130-foot water tube. Open-Air Slide: An exhilarating 125-foot open-air water slide.
Recreation & Fitness 25-Meter Pool: Features four dedicated lanes for lap swimming. Water Activities: Lily pads and a challenging net crossing.
Comfort & Conveniences Deck Area: A spacious 15,000-square-foot deck complete with shade structures, lounge chairs, and picnic tables. On-Site Amenities: Showers, lockers, and a fully stocked snack bar.
Safety First Lifeguard Coverage: Professionally-trained lifeguards are on duty at all times to ensure a safe environment.

 

Eligibility:

Facilities are available for the use of Active Duty, Retired, Reserve, Military and Family members, National Guard, and Department of the Army Civilian Employees of Fort Buchanan.  

  • 100% ID card check will be required of all patrons.
  • Authorized patrons (Active Duty, Retirees, Reserve Military and their family members, National Guard, and DoD Civilians).

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