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When do the splash pad jets stop?
Quick answer
Splash pad jets typically stop 5-10 minutes before posted closing time so the deck stops being newly wet, allowing for safer exit. Sensor-triggered jets stop running immediately at posted close. Maintenance crews then begin nightly cleaning within 30-60 minutes.
Jet shutdown timing follows operational logic. Continuous-flow jets typically stop 5-10 minutes before posted closing time, giving the deck a brief drying window so families can exit safely without slipping on freshly wet pavement. Button or sensor-activated jets simply stop responding to triggers at posted close. Staff begin walking the deck a few minutes before close, giving polite five- and one-minute warnings to any lingering kids. After the deck clears, maintenance crews start the overnight cycle within 30-60 minutes: pressure washing, drain vacuuming, chemistry testing, and pump-room checks. If you visit during the final 30 minutes, expect partial closures of certain features, dimmer lighting, and a wind-down vibe rather than full splash energy. The last hour of evening hours is also when staff sometimes test next-day chemistry adjustments.