Corvallis School District Completes Comprehensive Facility Assessment of Osborn Aquatic Center

The Corvallis School District today announced the publication of a comprehensive facility condition assessment for the Osborn Aquatic Center. An executive summary and the full report have been published on the District’s website and are available for public review.

This project was initiated to thoroughly evaluate all building systems and gain clearer insight into the necessary repairs, upgrades, and ongoing maintenance needs. The assessment covers the entire facility, including the natatorium, the outdoor pool building, all pools, and the surrounding grounds. It provides a detailed evaluation of the facility’s current condition and outlines both short-term and long-term renovation goals. The recommendations in the report address a wide range of needs, from code-required fixes to improvements that will enhance the facility’s overall usability and operations.

History

The assessment follows the discovery of significant structural issues last fall when routine maintenance at the aquatic center revealed considerable corrosion and rust in a section of the indoor pool’s roof structure. This led to the immediate closure of the indoor pools. Contractors subsequently installed floor-to-ceiling shoring supports, and structural engineers explored various locations in the ceiling to gather information about the extent of the rust and corrosion. A detailed report on these findings was provided to the City Council as part of their meeting materials for the February 3, 2025, regular meeting, and is available on the City website.

Community Meeting Scheduled for September 29

Community members are invited to a public information meeting to discuss the assessment results and help prioritize future improvements.

• What: Community Information Meeting on Osborn Aquatic Center
• When: Monday, September 29, 2025, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.
• Where: Linus Pauling Middle School, 1111 NW Cleveland Ave, Corvallis

Purpose: To share the recently completed facilities assessment results and invite community members to provide input on priorities for repairs and improvements.