Work In Progress
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Installation of wood benches on the men’s and women’s shower areas
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Interior painting
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Security system installation
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Landscaping planting work
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Masonry wall patching
Planned Work
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Commissioning of the HVAC and plumbing system
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Exhibit and transaction desk installation
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Turnstile installation for the west entry
Figure 1 – Reinstallation of salvaged wood benches on the men’s area.
Figure 2 – Installation of plumbing fixtures within the men’s shower area.
Figure 3 – Completed installation of landscape retaining wall.
Figure 4 – Completed plaster installation on the rotunda porch ceiling.
Reminder:
During the Bathhouse Rehabilitation project, Barton Springs Pool will maintain its regular schedule and remain open to swimmers. However, William Barton Drive, leading to the parking lot adjacent to the Bathhouse, will be closed to public parking and drop-offs during construction. Parking in the other lots at Zilker Park will remain open, with wayfinding signage guiding pedestrians to the north side pool entrance.
Pedestrian access routes through the construction site will be adjusted as work progresses. Public ADA-accessible parking and emergency vehicle access will be available throughout the construction period. The south side pool entry gate and parking lot at Azie Morton will remain unchanged throughout this time.
Take the Zilker Loop
Sick of circling Zilker in your car on busy weekends and holidays? Take the free Zilker Loop! Austin Parks and Recreation launched the free Zilker Loop — a seasonal shuttle service that makes it easier to reach popular spots in Zilker Park.
The Zilker Loop runs Saturdays, Sundays and holidays every 15 to 20 minutes from 12 to 6 p.m., through September 1. The first two hours of parking fees in the Stratford Lot can be waived using a code in the parking app. Weekend and holiday parking at Zilker Park cost $3 per hour.
Visit AustinTexas.gov/Zilker for more information.
Bathhouse Renamed:
On April 4, 2024, an Austin City Council resolution renamed the Bathhouse at Barton Springs Pool in honor of Joan Means Khabele for her contributions and activism which led to the integration of the pool.
To learn more about Joan Means Khabele, please visit the Parks and Recreation Department’s blogpost.
Questions or concerns should be directed to:
Paul Mendoza, AIA, Project Manager
Capital Delivery Services
Paul.Mendoza@austintexas.gov
512-974-1272
Ali Petersen, RID, Project Manager
Capital Delivery Services
Alison.Petersen@austintexas.gov
512-974-7830
Ellen Colfax, RA, Project Manager
Parks and Recreation Department
Ellen.Colfax@austintexas.gov
512-974-9472
