Aztlan Pool in Northwest Denver Closes After Massive Daily Leak

Northwest Denver’s Aztlan Outdoor Pool was closed indefinitely after officials detected a leak washing away more than 16,000 gallons of water daily, just as summer heat rises and the city remains under Stage 1 drought. Denver Parks and Recreation has about $15 million from the Vibrant Denver Bond set aside to fully replace the pool, though no start timeline was given. Nearby pools will stay open for now, and residents say the pool is a vital neighborhood gathering place. Denver Water notes DPR must meet a 20% water-use reduction for irrigation budgets and may impose fees for excess use, while the community awaits a rebuild timeline.