Cookeville breaks ground on new playground, splash pad

Officials with the city of Cookeville broke ground on a new splash pad, playground, and parking lot at Cane Creek Park. The new amenities will be located next to the Cane Creek Recreation Center with plans to install pickleball courts in the future.  The 91-foot circular splash pad, designed and manufactured by Aquatix, will feature interactive water elements ranging from gentle sprays to high-volume play structures. With various age-appropriate zones, the splash pad is designed to welcome children of all ages. The playground, designed and manufactured by Landscape Structures, will span 8,384 square feet and include slides, swings and stand-alone play features such as a spinner, bouncer, rocker, and climbing structure. ForeverLawn safety surfacing will be added for safety and durability. The total cost for the project is approximately $2.6 million with construction expected to be complete by spring of 2026.