Aquaman Splashdown
Shoot the Chutes Water Ride
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USA |
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42" Height Requirement 36" with Adult |
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Lapbar Restraints |
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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.
Aquaman Splashdown rounds the final turn before its huge drop.
Aquaman Splashdown featured a massive wave as it traveled to the bottom of its drop.
People on the exit bridge and riders would be soaked by the final splash down.
Aquaman Splashdown’s station.
Riders head back to the station after their adventure on Aquaman Splashdown.
The main entrance to Aquaman Splashdown.
Ride History
2015
Aquaman Splashdown is repainted, featuring a teal trough and orange supports.
2007
Splash Water is rethemed and renamed Aquaman Splashdown.
2004
Splash Water receives a paint job.
2000
Splashdown Re-Entry Test Simulation is renamed Splash Water.
1995
Splashwater Falls is renamed Splashdown Re-Entry Test Simulation.
Aquaman Splashdown was located in the park’s USA section.
The ride featured a large Aquaman statue when it was themed to the DC Comics character.
Construction Updates
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.