1. What is an Olympic Pool Volume Calculator?

Definition: This calculator estimates the water volume in gallons for Olympic-size swimming pools based on their dimensions.

Purpose: It helps pool designers, operators, and maintenance professionals determine water capacity for treatment and filling purposes.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the formula:

Where:

• \( V_{gal} \) — Volume in gallons
• \( L \) — Length in feet
• \( W \) — Width in feet
• \( D_{avg} \) — Average depth in feet
• 7.48 — Conversion factor (gallons per cubic foot)

Explanation: The dimensions are multiplied together to get cubic feet, then converted to gallons.

3. Importance of Pool Volume Calculation

Details: Accurate volume calculation is essential for proper chemical treatment, pump sizing, and water replacement planning.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the pool length (default 164 ft), width (default 82 ft), and average depth (default 6.6 ft). All values must be > 0.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What are standard Olympic pool dimensions?
A: Typically 50m (164 ft) long × 25m (82 ft) wide × 2m (6.6 ft) average depth.

Q2: Why 7.48 as the conversion factor?
A: There are 7.48052 gallons in one cubic foot of water.

Q3: How accurate is this calculation?
A: It provides a good estimate for rectangular pools. Irregular shapes require more complex calculations.

Q4: Does this account for pool features?
A: No, additional calculations are needed for diving wells, shallow ends, or other features.

Q5: How much does this volume weigh?
A: Water weighs about 8.34 lb/gal, so 660,000 gallons ≈ 5.5 million pounds.