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Scranton's New Splash Pad Offers Cool Summer Fun
26 Jun
Summary
- A new splash pad is set to open in mid-July at Capouse Avenue Park.
- The splash pad is located at the site of the former Penn Ridge pool.
- Federal American Rescue Plan Act dollars funded the park's redevelopment.
Summer in Scranton is set to become more enjoyable with the upcoming mid-July opening of a new splash pad. This exciting addition is located at the newly revamped Capouse Avenue Park, formerly the site of the long-closed Penn Ridge pool.
The Capouse Avenue Park project involved transforming nearly an acre of land into a modern splash park and playground. Work included excavation, playground installation, and the construction of essential infrastructure like a pump house and piping. The city utilized federal American Rescue Plan Act funds to finance this redevelopment.
This new splash pad follows the successful launch of Scranton's first splash pad in 2021 at Novembrino Park. The revitalization of the Capouse Avenue site, between Larch and New York streets, aligns with a 2021 master plan aiming to create public gathering and recreational spaces. Community input emphasized transforming the blighted area into a functional and attractive neighborhood asset.
United Neighborhood Centers of Northeastern Pennsylvania has also been involved in Pine Brook's revitalization, recognizing the Capouse Avenue redevelopment as a significant boost. The project addresses community desires for blight removal and the creation of much-needed public recreational facilities, promising to be a major win for residents.
