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The Dana Vollmer Municipal Swim Center located at 301 N. Park St. ranges from four to 12 feet deep and contains 196,000 gallons of water. With six 75-foot swimming lanes, a water slide, and a shaded kiddie splash area for toddlers, there is something for everyone to enjoy at the pool.
Hood County residents and visitors can soon enjoy some pool fun at the Dana Vollmer Municipal Swim Center. The 4,280-foot swim center will open for the 2023 summer season beginning on Tuesday, May 30.
Anyone wishing to beat the heat can soon head to the city pool for some much-needed relaxation and fun in the sun.
The Dana Vollmer Municipal Swim Center located at 301 N. Park St., will be open to the public for the 2023 season beginning on Tuesday, May 30.
The 4,280-foot swim center ranges from four to 12 feet deep and contains 196,000 gallons of water.
Additionally, with six 75-foot swimming lanes, a water slide, and a shaded kiddie splash area for toddlers, there is something for everyone to enjoy at the pool.
The swim center is named after Olympic gold-medalist swimmer Dana Vollmer, who grew up in Granbury.
“Who is the city pool named after? Undoubtedly the most decorated Olympic athlete from Granbury,” said Jeff Newpher, communications manager for the city of Granbury. “If people aren’t familiar with the history of the pool, google ‘Dana Vollmer.’ Almost all of her records have not been broken.”
For those ages three and older, general admission for the pool is $4 per person. Children under three can get in for free.
Season passes are also available to purchase for $100 each.
“The great thing about the pool is it’s on an end of town that’s more convenient for a lot of people,” Newpher said. “Some people can even walk there if they want to, but please be careful. Anyone under 12 should always be accompanied by an adult.”
No outside food or drinks are allowed at the pool, but attendees can purchase concessions on site.
The center does not offer swim lessons, but residents can take lessons at the Hood County YMCA, at 1475 James Road.
“They do an outstanding job at the Y for swimming lessons,” Newpher said. “They have pool safety in general and I know they’ve had Granbury ISD second graders there in the last couple of weeks learning about pool safety, plus having a lot of fun too.”
According to the granbury.org Aquatics page, there will be no private pool parties or after-hour pool parties during the 2023 pool season. However, guests can rent the pool pavilion and swim with the public during regular business hours.
The cost to rent the pool pavilion is $30 for three hours, plus an extra $2 per person.
If interested in renting the pool pavilion during business hours, residents can email Maggie Wylie, aquatics manager and events coordinator, at mwylie@granbury.org.
Newpher said the swim center has a full staff of lifeguards, and that any teen wishing to apply for a job can visit granbury.org online and fill out an application under “Employment.”
The Dana Vollmer Municipal Swim Center 2023 season will remain open from Tuesday through July 30.
Hours of operation are 11 a.m.-7 p.m. on Tuesday, 11 a.m.- 6 p.m. on Wednesday, 11 a.m.- 7 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, and 1-6 p.m. on Sunday. The pool is closed on Mondays.
"There’s no guarantee that you’ll be an Olympic swimmer if you use the Dana Vollmer pool, but it can’t hurt,” Newpher added, with a chuckle. “If parents need something to do, take your kids to the pool — just don’t forget the sunscreen.”
For more information about the Dana Vollmer Municipal Swim Center, call 817-573-7275.
