In 2019, Counsilman-Hunsaker conducted a feasibility study to assess the options for renovating and expanding the 50-year-old swimming pool in Ackley Park. The study considered both renovation options and a complete replacement option to accommodate the growing population of Elk City.
The study ultimately recommended the complete replacement option, as it was the best way to provide a modern, state-of-the-art facility. The new pool opened in 2023 and is now a popular destination for residents.
The 33,700 sq. ft. Elk City Aquatic Center is larger than the old pool and has various features that appeal to people of all ages. The center features three pools: a leisure pool, a plunge pool, and a tot pool. The leisure pool features family amenities with spaces for children to play and caretakers to relax. The plunge pool includes dive platforms, a plunge slide, and a climbing wall – a pool for water lovers to enjoy. The tot pool is perfect for younger swimmers to get comfortable in the water. All pools are also more energy-efficient than the old ones, saving the city money in the long run.