The land of Crystal Lagoons®, a Public Access Lagoons™ project that brings beach life to the city, is coming to Columbia, with construction anticipated to begin (and be completed) in 2023.
While the land and construction have been pre-approved, the exact location of the lagoon has not been announced — however, we do know it will be located near a residential housing development. The Columbia location will be the first of its kind in South Carolina, with more to follow across the state.
Who’s bringing it the Soda City?
- Crystal Lagoons is being brought to Cola through a partnership by Greenville-based private equity firm Broadstreet Inc. and Blue Lagoon Development LLC.
How will it look?
- Imagine this, a turquoise water lagoon surrounded by white sand beaches built for sunbathing + swimming.
- The public access lagoons will come in two phases. Phase one includes the lagoon, the beach area, and an open recreational space + parking. Phase two of the project features options for developing an amphitheater, clubhouse, wedding peninsula, retail + restaurants.
Is this project sustainable?
- Crystal Lagoons claims to be an eco-friendly project using a minimum number of chemicals to keep the water clean and consumes only 2% of the energy needed for a conventional swimming pool. In addition, the lagoons operate on a closed circuit, so it’s only required to be filled with water once.
Earlier this month, The Post and Courier shared that plans for a Whitewater Center in Finlay Park are on pause, with plans to begin renovations on the park next year. This Public Access Lagoon will join popular area water-based attractions like Lake Murray and our three rivers, both destinations for various water sports and recreational activities.