The Ft. Mellon Amphitheater and Lake Carola project consists of several components combined into one coordinated effort. This was done to save cost between both projects and to reduce the time and any damage to the turf at Ft. Mellon Park. Funding is provided through a bond for the Lake Carola improvements and CRA funds for the Ft. Mellon Amphitheater.
Lake Carola Project
The Lake Carola portion is designed to reshape the lake’s edge to move the shoreline farther away from the back of the Museum and the sidewalk along Seminole Boulevard. This work is intended to reduce water infiltration into the Museum during periods of high water on Lake Monroe and Lake Carola.
Key elements include:
• Construction of a new seawall around the lake, raised higher than the Museum floor elevation, with a concrete cap.
• Installation of a weir structure to help regulate water levels.
• Beautification enhancements including a new sidewalk, upgraded lighting, and landscaping along the southeast side of the lake, connecting northwest toward East First Street.
Fort Mellon Amphitheater Project
The amphitheater has been a long-standing city goal, with more than 20 years of planning leading up to this design. CRA funding allowed the City to advance a modern, functional amphitheater that will include
:• A raised performance stage and amphitheater structure
• A video wall system
• Integrated sound system
• Updated landscaping and lighting
• Electrical upgrades and special-event power
• A continued sidewalk connection through Ft. Mellon Park to Lake Carola
