Columbia Playfield Parking Lot Improvements Begin July 3 (George Prout Closed July 3-12) (Photo)
- 07/01/26
Beginning July 3, 2026, the City of Richland will begin construction on the northern half of the Columbia Playfield parking lot as part of a project to improve safety, accessibility, and the overall condition of the facility.
The project includes full reconstruction of the existing pavement surface, stormwater drainage improvements, new parking lot striping, and the installation of parking lot lighting.
During construction, the northern section of the parking lot will be closed to the public. Access to the Columbia Playfields will remain available off Stevens Drive through the Mansfield Street entrance.
As part of the project, improvements to the ADA and maintenance access serving George Prout Pool will take place during the first two weeks of July. To safely accommodate this work, George Prout Pool will be closed to all users from July 3 through July 12. The pool is scheduled to reopen for public use on July 13.
The parking lot west of the pool will remain open throughout construction. Temporary ADA accommodations will be provided from the western section of the parking lot to maintain accessible access to the facility while work is underway. Additional parking will be available in the Columbia Playfield south parking lot and along Swift Blvd.
Construction of the northern parking lot is expected to be completed in early fall 2026. The northern parking lot will remain closed for the duration of the project. Residents and visitors are asked to obey all posted construction signs, barricades, and detours to help ensure the safety of both the public and construction crews.
The City appreciates the community's patience during construction as these improvements are completed.
Columbia Playfield Parking Lot Improvements Begin July 3 (George Prout Closed July 3-12) (Photo)
- 07/01/26
Beginning July 3, 2026, the City of Richland will begin construction on the northern half of the Columbia Playfield parking lot as part of a project to improve safety, accessibility, and the overall condition of the facility.
The project includes full reconstruction of the existing pavement surface, stormwater drainage improvements, new parking lot striping, and the installation of parking lot lighting.
During construction, the northern section of the parking lot will be closed to the public. Access to the Columbia Playfields will remain available off Stevens Drive through the Mansfield Street entrance.
As part of the project, improvements to the ADA and maintenance access serving George Prout Pool will take place during the first two weeks of July. To safely accommodate this work, George Prout Pool will be closed to all users from July 3 through July 12. The pool is scheduled to reopen for public use on July 13.
The parking lot west of the pool will remain open throughout construction. Temporary ADA accommodations will be provided from the western section of the parking lot to maintain accessible access to the facility while work is underway. Additional parking will be available in the Columbia Playfield south parking lot and along Swift Blvd.
Construction of the northern parking lot is expected to be completed in early fall 2026. The northern parking lot will remain closed for the duration of the project. Residents and visitors are asked to obey all posted construction signs, barricades, and detours to help ensure the safety of both the public and construction crews.
The City appreciates the community's patience during construction as these improvements are completed.
