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Source-checked Aug 10, 2026

Northwestern Steel & Wire Park Splash Pad

Sterling, IL

Modern splash pad with moveable water cannons and a dump bucket, opened June 2, 2026.

What to Expect

For kids

  • Mixed ages
  • Tipping bucket
  • Splash structure
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Sterling's new splash pad at Northwestern Steel & Wire Park adds interactive water cannons and a dump bucket to the riverfront park.

Location

201 Wallace Street

Sterling, IL

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Sources & Updates

Source-checked Aug 10, 2026 against 1 public source

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What changed

  • August 10, 2026

    Added after verifying the June 2, 2026 opening and checking the live directory for duplicates.