Overall Grade: A (22 points/ 24 points)
+ Large, covered pavilion
+ Rubber surfacing
– Signs of wear and tear
– Children may not be viewed easily in some crawl spaces
– No rules posted regarding expected behavior
If you live close by, Hurwitz Park is a great option for outdoor fun. With everything from a football field to basketball courts and a large playground area, there is something for every member of the family. The playground is a bit dated with some signs of wear but still managed an A* on the Safety Report Card for an overall safe structural design. Situated atop rubber surfacing are separate playgrounds for big kids and little kids. Parents can perch on a nearby bench or under the shade of the pavilion while kids climb, swing and zip down the always-popular tube slide. 608 N. Nursery.
*Based on the National Program for Playground Safety’s Report Card at playgroundsafety.org
This review was distributed to the City of Irving Parks and Recreation for further review and/or action.
