Soundview wading pool closed all summer

The Soundview wading pool at 1590 NW 90th won’t open this summer. Seattle Parks and Recreation is being forced to close eleven wading pools this summer, and modify the open dates for eight others. New federally mandated safety improvements require that owners of pools and spas install new drain covers and second anti-entrapment systems to protect swimmers from getting caught in pool drains. Because of the demand for the materials and skilled labor, there are delays nation-wide for installation. Nearby, the wading pool at Green Lake Park will open on June 20th and the Wallingford Playground pool will open July 1. The water spray feature at Ballard Commons Park is already open.