ALBAWABA – New York City announced the commencement of a $16 million floating pool, named + POOL, designed in a cross shape to accommodate 300 people. This project aims to provide a summer area for residents and contribute to reducing pollution in the river surrounding the pool.
$16 million floating pool project
According to 2022 data from the New York City Council, the city’s population exceeds 8.3 million, with only about 50 deep-sea pools available, which is considered a small number compared to the population size. The idea of this new project emerged in response to residents’ struggles with overcrowded summers.
It is worth noting that citizens of the city have been waiting for almost 15 years for this floating pool to be constructed. The project was partially funded by the citizens and was finally approved by the city council.
+ POOL opening
New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced that + POOL will be constructed at Pier 35, near the Lower East Side of Manhattan. The estimated opening for the pool will be summer 2026 as stated last week.
The idea of this new project emerged in response to residents’ struggles with overcrowded summers. (Courtesy + Pool)
The project received a fund worth $16 million, part of a statewide $150 million initiative called NY SWIMS. Mayor Adams said: “+ POOL will help expand equitable access to swimming for all New Yorkers, especially our children.”
The pool will be designed in a cross shape to accommodate up to 300 swimmers. The 4 divided parts will be dedicated to different activities like children's swimming, relaxation, racing, and other sports.
Help reduce pollution
What is remarkable about the new pool project is its filtration system which will be designed to clean more than 1 million gallons of river water per day without using chemicals.
