Play Structure and Wading Pool Removal
(Jan. 28, 2025) Due to significant deterioration and safety concerns, the play structure at Woodstock Park has been removed. The structure was rotting and had become unsafe for public use. The out-of-service concrete wading pool was also removed. The wading pool had been unusable for many years, creating maintenance challenges and a safety hazard due to standing water.
At this time, there is no budget to replace either the play structure or the wading pool.
Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) has identified more than $600 million in unfunded major maintenance needs across the parks and recreation system. In recent years, several assets have failed and were closed or removed to protect public safety. Without new, stable funding, the bureau estimates that one in five PP&R assets could fail within the next 15 years.
Available resources are focused on the most critical needs, with an emphasis on reducing inequities in the parks and recreation system.
The bureau continues to work on its Sustainable Future program to develop long-term funding solutions. Learn more about PP&R funding sources.
Basic Earthquake Emergency Communication Node (BEECN)
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History
Park Place, by Lloyd Hamrol, is a series of three gathering places with benches scaled at alternating levels to accommodate both children and adults. The columns were designed to mirror the existing brickwork in the park and to make reference to the many strands of trees.
Accessibility Notes
Parking
- Street parking
- 1 designated parking space (van)
- Paved pathway to play area
- 200 feet to play area
Play Area
- Engineered mulch surface
Play Equipment
- Transfer station
- Ramp onto merry-go-round