City of Altoona and Central Recreation and Park Commission, Blair County
This project included the demolition and filling of the existing Memorial Pool to construct an at grade water park. This new spray park was noted by RainDrop, Inc., equipment provider, as one of the largest of its kind on the east coast.
The new park includes shaded perimeter seating, along with the construction of a new pavilion and the renovation of an existing pavilion. Additionally, the project involved design and construction of a 3,600 SF playground, resurfacing of an existing basketball court, a pavilion, ADA accessibility, and parking.
Project Uniqueness/Challenges: Coordination of specialized equipment, plumbing and electrical systems, and retrofitting of the existing mechanical room.
Keller Engineers has been the partnering Engineer firm for Bedford Joint Municipal Authority since 2009. Keller Engineers were a key component in every area from design to construction for the first phase of Shuster Way Heritage trail that was completed in 2015. Our partnership with Keller Engineers continued as we designed and completed the 2nd phase of the Shuster Way Heritage Trail in September of 2023. The staff are professional, passionate, and dedicated to a project from the beginning to completion. On behalf of Bedford Joint Municipal Authority, I would highly recommend Keller Engineers, Inc. Brian Sell, Chairman Bedford Joint Municipal Authority