NEWS BRIEF: The largest park in Atlanta is now open
Photo credit: City of Atlanta
Atlanta’s largest green space was officially opened on Aug. 20 in a ribbon-cutting ceremony by Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms. The 280-acre Westside Park cost $44 million and contains a 2.4 billion-gallon reservoir that could provide a 30-day emergency supply of water to the city. westsidepark-atl.com
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Atlanta’s largest greenspace is a former quarry that has been transformed into a vibrant park featuring a 35-acre reservoir, trails, meadows, sculptures, pavilions, playgrounds and some of the most spectacular skyline views anywhere in Atlanta.
Westside Reservoir Park
The city has an ambitious vision for Bellwood Quarry. The 350-acre former mining site is now the Westside Reservoir Park. It is the city’s largest greenspace at almost double the size of Piedmont Park. In addition to a 45-acre reservoir, the park, is adjacent to the Beltline and Proctor Creek. Future plans include recreation facilities, possibly a new civic center, and a stunning skyline view.