Top, Right: The two splash pads differ in size and intent: one is 42'8" in diameter and
the other has a 51'6" diameter; one was created for younger children with their parents
and the other for older children. Since both use recirculating water, an extensive filtration
system was required and includes four sand filters, four UV lights, and a chemical injection
system. In addition to the splash pads, Land Expressions installed two fabric shade
structures – there had been no shade in the plaza prior to this.
Middle, Right: At night, a series of color changing RGB LEDs creates a light show on the
splash pads. There are eight different choreographed "routines" that the jets "perform,"
reaching up to 14' in the air. The splash pads run at about 300 gallons per minute.
Right: Of the six months Land Expressions had from contract to grand opening, more
than three of those went into planning the mechanical, electrical and plumbing. After that,
the structural fill and concrete elements were placed, with the added challenge of large
equipment in a small space. Each spray fixture required four pipes: one for supply, one for
drainage, and two conduits. Underground, a surge tank can hold 8,000 gallons. A nearby
two-story building holds the control systems for the splash pads. After completion of the
MEP, a crane was brought in to help place the concrete elements and the structural fill.
The softscape, shade structures, and site furnishings were installed last.
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