It has been home to Bobcats swimming and diving since it was opened on January 27, 1984 before a dual meet against the Youngstown State Penguins.

[1] The Aquatic Center has a potential to hold 1,105 spectators in the bleachers located above two sides of the pool.

The pool has a surface area of 12,300 square feet (1,140 m2) and contains approximately 645,470 US gallons (2,443,400 L) of water.

The Ohio High School Athletic Association also holds regional-level competition here often.

[1] In addition to serving as the home of the Bobcats, the facility hosts various local high school swim meets and is used by Ohio University faculty, staff, and students as well as Athens, Ohio community members for recreational swimming.