In the rural town of Jerseyville, Illinois, recreational opportunities are limited. Families often had to look beyond their community for water play areas where they could gather, play, and cool off in the summer heat. That changed in 2025 with the opening of the new splash pad at Lion’s Club Park, a project designed to bring people together, provide inclusive aquatic play experiences for children of all ages and abilities, and add new energy to downtown Jerseyville. By combining themed aquatic play features, interactive elements, and a design that reflects the area’s agricultural roots, the splash pad offers families a welcoming space to gather and create lasting memories close to home.
Themed aquatic play features reflect the town’s agricultural roots, inspiring imaginative aquatic play through colorful, farm-inspired spray park products. Patrons can “drive” Earl’s Tractor, splash alongside Bacon Bits the Pig, or cool off under the sprays of the Cow and Horse themed sprayers. These whimsical Fun Forms™ spray features instantly tie the design to the character of the region, making the splash pad feel uniquely local.
Complementing the themed features are Themed Essentials like Cattails Too™ Complete Three Unit Group, accented with bees and dragonflies, along with a Spill Tower and Dew Buckets that create surprising splashes from above. Modern ColorCast™ sprayers such as Shucks, a corn-inspired piece that spins to weave playful sprays overhead, and the Sprig Sprayer add visually appealing elements and unique color accents to the splash pad. Gentle misting elements such as the Misteeee and Cool Sticks provide sensory-rich experiences, while interactive Big and Little Sqwerts™ sprayers themed as a catfish, fox, and horse encourage social play across age groups.
The flooring design adds an additional touch of charm and place to the splash pad design. Interlocking tiles make up a county map-inspired flooring design, highlighting the county's pride in its rural roots. The splash pad operates on a flow-through manifold system, supported by a sequencing controller, which ensures efficient water distribution and adds playful spray sequences.
This recreational upgrade for the city of Jerseyville is a testament to the town's progress and pride. By weaving together a themed splash pad design and inclusive aquatic play opportunities, the Jerseyville Splash Pad creates a space where families can gather and play together.
