Frequently Asked Questions:
When does the 2025 Season begin?
DRRA will officially open on Saturday, May 10 at 8:00am. Check out the Calendar & Hours for the daily schedule.
What are the rules concerning thunder and lightning?
Procedures Summary
| Trigger | Immediate Action | Reopen Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Reduced visibility (e.g., murky water, heavy rain) |
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When water clarity returns and pool bottom is clearly visible |
| Lightning or thunder within 10 miles |
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30 minutes after the last observed lightning strike or thunder |
| Swim/Dive meet weather alert |
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30 minutes after the last observed lightning strike or thunder |
Lightning/thunderstorm, water condition policy
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- DRRA will close when lightning and thunder are seen and/ or heard or within 10 miles of the facility.
- DRRA will open 30 min after the last lightning or thunder is seen or heard
- DRRA pool water will close whenever the pool bottom in all areas is not clearly visible. Flash flooding, downpours, and cloudy water are examples of this occurrence. DRRA pool will open as soon as conditions improve.
- When a staff person or loudspeaker announces to exit the pool or the pool water, you must immediately follow the directive.
- For your safety when you exit DRRA for a thunderstorm/lightning you are not allowed to stay anywhere on the property inside or outside the fence (use of showers/snack bars/changing rooms is prohibited). If no safe shelter is available, you should take shelter in a hardtop vehicle; don’t touch the radio dial or the door handles—especially if they are metal. The goal is for you to return home for your safety.
- Sitting outside in any location of DRRA property is prohibited during inclement weather and can lead to loss of membership privileges.
- Staff will also seek shelter and will not be made to put their lives in danger due to the failure to follow the safety protocol.
- Due to the amount of electricity in the area, we will not answer the telephone or cell phone until 30 min after clearance for inclement weather. The closing is announced on our Twitter or website and will be announced when open.
- Protocol for swim and dive events–
- Due to lack of space inside the bathhouse and for the safety of all staff everyone except the: General Manager, Assistant managers, Swim and Dive team Reps lifeguard, front desk, snack bar staff on duty, are to exit the facility and go to safety.
- Marshals at the event should help with the exit and safety of all participants and spectators.
- All food, beverage, and vending will stop at the first announcement of closure and will stay closed until DRRA is cleared to open. NO SALES are allowed in the parking lot.
- Those that can not safely take cover in their cars are expected to leave DRRA property and seek shelter.
- Communication with the visiting team to DRRA policy is required by Team Reps prior to the swim or dive meet.
Are guests allowed?
Most of the time, yes! Guests are allowed when we are open for general swim. Guests are not allowed on Memorial Day and Labor Day.
Are guest allowed on July 4th Holiday picnic?
Yes, from 10am-7:00pm. Guest passes are $15 per person. Prepaid guest passes are not allowed.
Why is there sometimes no lap swim during General Swim?
General swim means the facility is open. Review the Pool Operating Hours to see which areas of the pool are open or closed. Lap lanes can be closed due to swim and dive practices or meets, or special events. Check the Calendar for events and times that deviate from the normal hours of operations.
Does DRRA provide grills for members to use?
Yes! The grill is located in the wading pool picnic area on a first come, first use basis. See the manager on duty for help if needed.
