UPDATE: Indoor Swimming Pool Operations
Dear Campus Community:
As previously stated in a campus-wide communication dated July 8, 2022, we committed to keeping the indoor swimming pool (HPE1) in Edinburg open during construction of the new Recreational Center (EREC) swimming pool expansion. However, due to extensive damage to the HPE1 roof, associated roof drains and deteriorated cast iron piping, the length of time to complete the necessary repairs and, most importantly, the safety concerns regarding the use of the indoor pool while under repair, keeping HPE1 open is no longer a viable option.
The safety of our students, faculty, and staff comes first. Therefore, effective immediately the HPE1 indoor pool has been closed.
Please note that we are finalizing contracts to start the EREC swimming pool expansion project, which will add a five-lane heated and covered pool that can be used year-round for classes and recreation. We anticipate this project to be completed around July 2024.
In the interim, for those members of our campus community who would like access to an indoor pool while the EREC swimming pool expansion is taking place, we have executed a multiyear contract for faculty, staff, students, and retirees to utilize the Pharr Natatorium AT NO COST during recreational lap swimming hours. These hours are posted here but are subject to change, so users should call ahead (956-402-4550) to confirm availability. Please provide your valid UTRGV-issued identification card to Pharr Natatorium staff for access.
Sincerely,
Jason Hartley, MBA
Vice President for Operations,
Planning and Construction