The Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO) board has awarded a $600,000 grant to help the Town of Eads construct a new community pool, replacing a pool that closed in 2019 after six decades of service. 

In addition to the pool, the $2.5 million-project will include picnic areas, restrooms, shower facilities, shaded multi-use areas for outdoor events, and improved access to the town's sole park and playground. Plans are the result of extensive community engagement including surveys, petitions, and outreach. Serving both residents and visitors, the pool is expected to bolster tourism and support economic development, while meeting the health and fitness needs in the area by encouraging physical activity.

The pool project aligns with broader community development initiatives in Eads, including revitalizing the main street, expanding local services, and creating employment opportunities. Partnerships with various organizations and businesses have been formed to reduce construction costs and ensure the project's success. 

The grant is part of GOCO’s Community Impact program, which develops and revitalizes parks, trails, school yards, fairgrounds, environmental education facilities, and other outdoor projects that enhance a community’s quality of life and access to the outdoors.