People residing in a scenic area of
Utah
have been left shocked that the owners of Splash Summit Water Park intend to relocate its current Provo site directly onto their valuable property.
The park is presently located about a mile or so northwest of Slate Canyon, which is where the company plans to shift operations. Splash Summit apparently aims to make this transition because of outdated facilities and the constraints imposed by their present location’s dimensions.
The proposal outlines that the new park will encompass 130 acres of publicly owned land at the bottom of the canyon, adjacent to numerous residential properties.
People have overwhelmingly voiced their concerns that this move will mar the natural allure of Slate Canyon, which attracts numerous visitors daily for its stunning vistas of the majestic Wasatch Mountains.
The proposal, which hasn’t been officially presented to the Provo City Council yet, would result in numerous homeowners no longer being able to enjoy views of mountains topped with snow when they venture into their backyards.
Rather than that, they would feature vibrantly colored slides, extensive parking areas, and retail spaces to view.
'The place where we live is incredibly beautiful, and the thought of losing this natural splendour scares me,' resident Quinton Parrish said.
ABC 4
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Parrish additionally highlighted that there is
a drainage basin
At the base of Slate Canyon, he thinks it might get inundated by all the concrete from the proposed park. He warned this situation could lead to numerous houses being flooded due to runoff and melting snow.
Tyler Peterson, another local inhabitant, expressed his enthusiasm for the new park but also voiced some reservations regarding the inevitable increase in traffic it would cause in the neighborhood.
The proposal was initially unveiled last week during a presentation by Bryan Bayles, the project manager for the water park, at a Neighborhood District 2 meeting.
Daily Herald
reported.
More than 200 people attended the event to listen to what Bayles had to say, and he emphasized that this project goes beyond being merely a water park. It will feature an enhanced disc golf course, pickleball courts, and various additional facilities designed to attract a broader range of visitors, he explained.
Bayles stated during the meeting that they anticipate visitors exploring the new entertainment choices at Splash Summit, strolling to local shops, and then getting dinner.
"We imagine a space where families and friends can come together to enjoy games like pickleball or various improved outdoor activities. This is a spot where children will have engaging options near their homes, allowing them to simply be kids once more," he said.
The city’s commentary phase for the suggested park continues, with residents quite vocal both leading up to and following the meeting in expressing their opinions.
"Please, please help protect our stunning Slate Canyon! The route from the state hospital to Slate Canyon is breathtaking, offering views solely of the mountain slopes and the sky. This area is a gem for Provo—let’s keep it pristine without adding retail spaces, water parks, hotels, billboards, or anything similar. These aren’t necessary; instead, we should focus on being responsible caretakers of this natural wonder," wrote Joanna Harmon on May 7th.
An unnamed individual who opposes the park mentioned that they have resided in Aspen Summit, a residential area at the edge of Slate Canyon, for half a decade and referred to the plan as "a significant letdown for everyone living in Provo."
The notion of relocating Splash Summit and consequently transforming the remaining tranquil, picturesque area near Slate Canyon goes against everything I believed Utah residents upheld," Jess Brown stated on May 3rd, emphasizing that access to outdoor spaces "enhances our psychological well-being."
Other people also expressed worries regarding the region's capacity to manage the extra traffic if such a park were constructed.
An anonymous resident penned on May 1st, "I reside in the Slate Canyon neighborhood and frequently utilize the roads, parks, and mountain trails for hiking. The area of Slate Canyon isn’t equipped to manage such high volumes of traffic."
Bayles seemed unfazed by the intense criticism, boldly declaring that 'even if we were planning to construct paradise right here in Provo, people would still object. Genuine solutions demand compromise.'
The park's developers still need to submit a formal application to the city, which means plans have not been reviewed and public hearings have not been scheduled.
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