The timing could not have been any worse for the Greencastle Parks and Recreation Department.
With the hottest temperatures of the year hitting last week, many were looking to cool off at the Greencastle Aquatic Center. However, officials had to be the bearer of bad news, as the aquatic center was closed after failing a pool water test.
As of Sunday, the pool remained closed, while Parks and Recreation Department Director Greg Ruark said the closure was the result of a leak the parks department dealt with for a number of days.
"It's taken a while to get the pool regulated again," Ruark told The Putnam County Post.
The Splash Pad is currently open, as that operates on a different tank, system and water than the pool.
The closure of the pool put a damper on what had been a strong swimming season for the parks department.
"Attendance at the pool has been steady. However, with the recent high temperatures, the numbers are significantly higher," Ruark said.
Assistance available for eligible employees who lost their jobs due to storms
Special Olympics Indiana: Marshall-Starke County celebrates busy, successful fall season
Indiana BMV Branches to close for Labor Day Weekend
Plymouth man arrested on domestic battery charge ffter altercation
Indiana's first West Nile Virus case of 2026 reported in Allen County
Gov. Braun powers Indiana Defense Industry with $1B Rolls-Royce Investment
The Girl Scout Coalition of Indiana and Indiana Youth Institute release the 2026 Indiana Girl Report
Governor Braun makes college more affordable with tuition freeze at every Indiana public college and university for second year
