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Waldameer's Steel Dragon roller coaster is undergoing control panel updates, causing a delay in its reopening.

Supply chain issues and delays with electrical parts have contributed to the extended timeline.

Park officials expect the Steel Dragon to be operational by July 4.

The Steel Dragon , a Waldameer Park & Water World roller coaster, turns 21 in July. Before park officials can celebrate the compact steel spinning roller coaster's milestone birthday , they'll have to await control panel updates.

Steve Gorman, president of Waldameer and Water World, said the updates are taking longer than expected, which is why the ride has been idle to start the 2025 season.

"Unfortunately, we thought we'd be on time for completion for early May, but we were really surprised t

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