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Washington Aquatic Center closed due to mechanical issue with motor
By KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· June 27, 2026
· 1 min read
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Washington Aquatic Center in Midland is closed for the time being after there was a mechanical issue with a motor, said the City of Midland. The center will be closed until that motor can be fixed. The City of Midland said there’s still plenty of ways people can cool off. ...
Key takeaway People can still swim at: Doug Russell Aquatic Center (900 N.
Why this matters in The Midland
The closure of Washington Aquatic Center due to a mechanical issue with a motor affects not only the patrons who frequent the center but also the surrounding community. With the summer heat in full swing, local residents rely on these public facilities to stay cool and active. Fortunately, the City of Midland has alternative options available, including the Doug Russell Aquatic Center and several splash pads located throughout the city. The XTO Dennis the Menace Splash Pad and H-E-B Splash Pad at the Scharbauer Sports Complex, as well as the Centennial Park Splash Pad in Downtown Midland, provide families with convenient and fun ways to beat the heat. As the city works to repair the motor at Washington Aquatic Center, residents can take advantage of these other facilities to stay cool and enjoy the summer season. The timely repair of the motor will be crucial to ensuring that all Midland residents have access to these essential recreational facilities.
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Category: parks ·
Published: June 27, 2026 ·
Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Washington Aquatic Center in Midland is closed for the time being after there was a mechanical issue with a motor, said the City of Midland. The center will be closed until that motor can be fixed. The City of Midland said there’s still plenty of ways people can cool off. ...
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