Bucknell University Athletics
trads_buck-arthur-kinney-natatorium
7/19/2013 8:00:00 AM | Men's Swimming and Diving
The Arthur D. Kinney Jr. Natatorium
Bucknell University
Lewisburg, PA 17837
• History
• Logistical Information
• Photo Gallery
• Rules and Regulations
• Map 
• Visitors Guide
• Kinney Natatorium Open Swim Meet Information
• Kinney Natatorium Open Entry Form (Boys)
• Kinney Natatorium Open Entry Form (Girls)
History
The Kinney Natatorium, which opened October 2002, houses the Swimming, Diving and Water Polo Programs for both Men and Women for the University. The new multi-purpose facility provides a state-of-the-art facility designed to provide a venue capable of attracting events for crowds of students and community fans. The Natatorium offers seating for up to 500 spectators.
Pool Size
- 25 yards x 50 meters
- 2 movable bulkheads
- 22 lanes x 25 yards (width-wise)
- 8 lanes x 25 yards, 25 meters, or 50 meters (length-wise)
- Pool can also be set up for water polo with 25 meters for women and 30 meters for men. All deck markings, lane lines, and goals are provided.
Lighting
Approximately 90 foot candles of light 3 feet from the surface of the water.
Sound System
Two cordless microphones, a compact disc player, and a cassette deck are available for use and all are wired into the central sound system for the entire pool area.
Scoreboard
- The scoreboard is a Mercury-16 built by Colorado Timing, full LED matrix board, dimensions are 240" wide by 132" tall.
- Templates for dual meets, tri-meets, invitationals, diving, and water polo are complete. Additional templates can be made upon request.
- Many popular animations are available, as well as slide show capabilities.
Locker Rooms
- 10 locker rooms total, with showers, bathrooms, sinks, individual lockers (average 18), phone capability.
- 2 locker rooms for officials, with showers, bathrooms, sinks, and individual lockers (5).
Concessions
There are two (2) concessions areas located on the Concourse Level, concessions must be provided by the campus Dining Services by contacting Tim Tenon at tenon@bucknell.edu.
Club/Meeting Rooms
There is a conference room on the north-east end of the pool deck with couches, tables, chairs, and a chalkboard.
Control Room
The Control room is located at the south-east end of the pool deck with a printer, telephone, internet access, and all the hook-ups for the Colorado Timing Systems and the Scoreboard.
Restrooms
- Restrooms are located near the entrance of the natatorium for both men and women.
- Additional restrooms are located on the Concourse Level.
Elevators
There are elevators located just inside the main lobby for access to the spectator seating area of the pool.
Capacities
500 Spectators in the stands, 300 Standing Room Only. 300 on deck.
Guests with Disabilities
Seating is available on the concourse level in the spectator seating area. An elevator is located at the main entrance to provide access to the concourse level upon entrance into the Natatorium. Listening devices can be obtained for guests with hearing impairments prior to scheduled events at the Natatorium.
Alcohol Consumption
No alcoholic beverages may be purchased or brought into the Natatorium during scheduled events.
Conduct of guests in attendance
Bucknell University strives to provide its guests with a safe and enjoyable experience at all on-campus facilities.
Smoking
Smoking will not be permitted inside the Natatorium. If needed, through the permission of Natatorium staff, designated smoking areas can be provided in certain areas.
Insurance
All external events require tenants to provide public liability insurance with a minimum limit of one million dollars naming the Pavilion as additionally insured. Bucknell University requires an acceptance of an insurance certificate prior to event day.
Event Staffing
For information regarding special event staffing and any costs that may be incurred, please contact Pam Armold at 570-577-3594.
