6 Austin pools extend operations through September amid heat

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6 Austin pools extend operations through September amid heat

By Elle Bent | 2:58 PM Aug 2, 2023 CDT
Updated 2:58 PM Aug 2, 2023 CDT

People gather at a public pool. — Govalle Pool is one of six Austin pools that will remain open through Sept. 24. (Courtesy City of Austin)

Govalle Pool is one of six Austin pools that will remain open through Sept. 24. (Courtesy City of Austin)

Typically only open for the summer season, six pools run by the city of Austin will remain open through Sept. 24.

These include:

The Austin Parks and Recreation Department is able to extend the operation of these pools due to sufficient staffing of lifeguards.

All pools, with the exception of Barton Springs Pool and Deep Eddy Pool, will close at 4 p.m. Aug. 13.

For more information, visit www.austintexas.gov/pools.

By Elle Bent

Education Reporter

Elle joined Community Impact as a reporter in November 2022 and covers Austin ISD, the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport and all things Dripping Springs. Elle graduated from St. Edward's University with a degree in communication and minors in journalism and Spanish. As a student, she served as editor-in-chief at Hilltop Views. Prior to CI, she interned at Austin Woman. Follow her on X, formerly known as Twitter, @byellebent.

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6 Austin pools extend operations through September amid heat

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6 Austin pools extend operations through September amid heat

By Elle Bent