Aquaman Splashdown Six Flags Over Texas Water Ride

Aquaman Splashdown

 USA

42" Height Requirement
36" with Adult

Lapbar Restraints

Medium Thrill
Opened 1987
Closed 2018
Ride Type Shoot the Chutes
Manufacturer Hopkins Rides
Ride Colors Teal & Orange

Theme Changes, Ride Removal

Aquaman Splashdown went through multiple "theme" changes during its tenure at Six Flags Over Texas. The attraction originally started as Splashwater Falls. In 1995, with the addition of Adventure Theatre and The Right Stuff, the whole area was rethemed into a space/flight setting and Splashwater Falls was renamed Splashdown Re-Entry Test Simulation.

In 2000, Splashdown Re-Entry Test Simulation took on another name change and was renamed Splash Water. The ride didn't quite carry a theme during this period of time. In 2007, the ride was turned into Aquaman Splashdown and the station and boats received a themed paint job. An Aquaman statue was also added to the attraction. Aquaman Splashdown was removed during the 2018 season to make way for the Aquaman: Power Wave attraction.

Ride History

  • 2015

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    Aquaman Splashdown is repainted, featuring a teal trough and orange supports.

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  • 2007

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    Splash Water is rethemed and renamed Aquaman Splashdown.

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  • 2004

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    Splash Water receives a paint job.

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  • 2000

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    Batman: The Ride receives a paint job.Splashdown Re-Entry Test Simulation is renamed Splash Water.

  • 1995

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    Splashwater Falls is renamed Splashdown Re-Entry Test Simulation.

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Construction Updates

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Aquaman Splashdown (Update 7)
Aquaman Splashdown (Update 7)

Aquaman Splashdown has been completely dismantled and removed from its former home at Six Flags Over Texas. A few other surrounding park elements have also been demolished in the process.

Aquaman Splashdown (Update 6)
Aquaman Splashdown (Update 6)

The demolition of Aquaman Splashdown continues at a rapid pace. The ride’s lift hill has been deconstructed, along with the bottom of the main drop. The trough that once held water for the attraction has been transformed into a pile of dirt and debris.

Aquaman Splashdown (Update 5), Gold River Adventure (Update 3)
Aquaman Splashdown (Update 5), Gold River Adventure (Update 3)

Demolition of Aquaman Splashdown continues as the ride’s station and exit splash bridge are now removed. Retro signage teasing a 2020 attraction are also now visible. Six Flags has placed new walls around various parts of Gold River Adventure.