Planning a Swimming Pool’s Size and Depth

Nothing is more discouraging than to have a beautiful pool on your property that no one uses. That is why before you even start to plan, you need to decide on the size and especially the depth before you buy it. Of course you know that the larger pools cost more money, and the depth figures largely in the costs.
If you want a pool where the kids can play games like Marco Polo, basketball, or many other pool games, a play pool may be best for you and your family. Any shape will do and remember rectangular pools cost a bit more than a curved one simply because the rectangular has more square footage.

A play pool, the minimum depth of the pool will be about 3 feet, with the maximum between 4 and 5 feet in depth. The slope of the pool would be slight when compared with the deeper pools. This size pool is desirable for young children, but they would still need supervision, and you should never allow diving. Jumping from the side of the pool could be allowed.

Those who plan to use their pool for exercise may prefer the pool to be at least 6 or 7 feet in depth with the shallow end around 3 feet. When competition enters the equation many choose a long straight pool about 25 yards in length with each end having a minimum of 4 feet in depth in order to turn properly.

Remember though, when the depth of the pool is larger in the deep end, the kids tend to stay in the smaller area where they can touch the bottom, and learn to swim. So allow for that otherwise your children may be fearful of the entire pool. The best defense against drowning is teaching them to swim.

There are many options in choosing a pool, and you may decide on an above ground pool. They are definitely cheaper and should last for several years. If you still have your heart on an in-ground pool you’ll still find many options as to size, shape, depth and accessories.

In your planning phase, search for a pool contractor, one who can plan, design, construct the pool, get the necessary permits, and install the pool filter, vacuum, heater,   and be there from start to finish. Just be sure to check the company’s references, and when you sign on the dotted line, be fair and pay a minimum down payment with payments during installation and the final upon completion. The contractor should have a printed contract with start dates and an approximate completion date. What’s left, is for you to enjoy.

Millennium Construction specializes in Orange County landscape design, Orange County pools, and Orange County swimming pools.

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