Unity Square Splash Pad – Salisbury, MD

Project Overview

Unity Square splash pad in Salisbury, Maryland is a vibrant community destination at the heart of town. Completed in 2024, this Aquatix® splash pad covers 1,134 square feet of interactive outdoor space. It brings together water play, creative climbing, and musical exploration for community members of all ages and abilities.

Unity Square Splash Pad Features

Aquatix® water features fill the 707-square-foot wet area with energy and color. LED Jumping Jets, LED Triple Mist Nozzles, and LED Mini Pillars create a dazzling interactive water experience across the splash pad. Each feature responds to touch through Aquavator activation, giving children direct control over their play. As a result, kids develop cause-and-effect thinking while cooling off in the water.

The Unity Square splash pad transforms after dark through its programmable LED lighting system. Shifting colors mirror the iconic “Unity” sign at the edge of the park, turning the space into a nighttime spectacle for the whole community. In addition, cement edging surrounding the ground sprays provides casual seating for families watching from the sidelines.

Climbing, Play, and Musical Exploration

Beyond the water features, Unity Square offers a range of complementary play experiences. Children can crawl through a stainless-steel underground tunnel, building spatial awareness and sensory confidence along the way. Meanwhile, naturalistic GFRC hewn timber elements invite balance and physical coordination. Furthermore, Landscape Structures® Rhapsody® Chimes add a musical dimension to the space. These chimes encourage creative expression and sensory exploration for visitors of all ages.

Surfacing and Accessibility

The ground throughout Unity Square combines two complementary surfacing systems. ForeverLawn® Playground Grass provides a lush, durable surface across the play areas. Similarly, PlayBound™ Poured-in-Place surfacing from Surface America covers key zones, offering impact absorption and accessibility underfoot. Together these systems create a safe and welcoming environment for children and families of all abilities.

A Community Gathering Place

Unity Square splash pad serves as a centerpiece for the Salisbury community. The domestic water system delivers a total flow rate of 147 GPM across the splash features. Surrounding seating areas give caregivers a comfortable place to gather while children explore the space. The combination of inclusive design, engaging equipment, and vibrant LED lighting makes Unity Square a standout destination from day into night.

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