In February of 2009 the reflecting pool at the historic Fair Park Esplanade began a $12 million renovation. Fair Park is recognized as a significant example of Art Deco architecture and is the largest Art Deco site in the US. The City of Dallas sought to restore the famous Art Deco design while modernizing the original fountain using new technology that would allow for programmable fountain shows that could be coordinated with lights and music. The main pool is 700' long x 60' wide. Inspired by the Bellagio fountains in Las Vegas, Esplanade includes 172 nozzles and hundreds of lights all programmable to music allowing limitless creativity for programmed performances throughout the year. The mechanical room for this feature is 80' long x 25' wide, houses twenty-two 50 HP pumps, four 20 HP pumps, and one 10 HP pump.
Partners: General Contractor: Rogers-O'Brien Construction | Landscape Architect: Quimby McCoy
Location: Dallas, TX (DFW)
Completion Date: 2009
Categories: Hospitality / Civic
Type of Fountain: Architectural
I would like to express my gratitude for making the Esplanade Fountain at Fair park one of the finest achievements I have had the pleasure to be a part of. The staff of GPSI took a time sensitive and politically drive project, and produced a product of the highest caliber. The team’s ability to adapt to ever changing conditions is testament to their superior skills in the art of fountain construction. Fair Park is a challenging place to work even on small projects. The size and scope of the Esplanade Fountain required constant communication, an immeasurable ability to adapt, and a requirement to do everything very quickly. GPSI produced in every case.
Kenneth Pyland
