A94.5
SUPER 8 CHARLOTTE MOTOR SPEEDWAY
5100 EQUIPMENT DR, Charlotte, NC 28269
Lodging · NC permit/State ID 2060200591
Latest gradeA (94.5)
Last inspectedJul 24, 2026
Inspections on record10
On record sinceFeb 15, 2018
Score history
Feb 15, 2018Higher is betterJul 24, 2026
Inspections & violations
Jul 24, 2026 A 94.5 · 5 violations
#18 · Cooking surfaces of equipment and nonfood-contact surfaces clean −0.5
15A NCAC 18A .1824(e ) Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be clean. Observed black build up on ice machine chute located on floor 2.
#20 · Thermometer provided; test strips provided
15ANCAC 18A. 1824(k) A test kit or other device that measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided by the lodging establishment. Observed no test strips within facility to be in accordance with notated rule. -General comment.
#26 · Furnishings clean and in good repair; guest room fixtures clean and sanitized between guests −2
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed backside of drapes with staining and peeling in rooms 138 and 206. Observed flooring to tub peeling in bathrooms of rooms 102 and 204. Observed some dresser knobs missing in room 206. Observed ice machine out of order on floor 1.
#27 · Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean −2
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (f) Physical facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed damage to laminate flooring on main hallways located on level 1 and 2 of building.
#33 · Garbage and refuse disposal; facilities maintained −1
5-501.115 A storage area and enclosure for refuse, recyclables, or returnables shall be maintained free of unnecessary items and clean. Observed litter, dilapidated furniture stored behind dumpster area.
Jul 10, 2025 A 95 · 5 violations
#21 · Handwashing sinks supplied and accessible; toilet tissue supplied
15A NCAC 18A .1826(a) Handwashing sinks as required in Rule .1825 in this section shall be supplied with hand soap, and either individual, disposable towels; a continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a hand drying device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. Observed no individual towels or hand drying device at handsink in laundry room. During time of inspection paper towels were supplied to handsink. -General comment.
#26 · Furnishings clean and in good repair; guest room fixtures clean and sanitized between guests −2
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed ice machine out of order on floor 1. Observed lamp shade with staining in room 102.
#27 · Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean −2
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (f) Physical facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed hole in wall outside of room 206. Observed flooring of main hallways on level 1 and 2 damaged (lifting in some areas/peeling/chipping). Observed ceiling in need of repair above ice machine on level 1.
#30 · Linen clean and in good repair; two sheets provided for each bed
15A NCAC 18A .1828 (a) Clean bed and bath linen, in good repair, should be provided for each guest. Observed hole on blanket in room 206. -General comment.
#33 · Garbage and refuse disposal; facilities maintained −1
5-501.115 A storage area and enclosure for refuse, recyclables, or returnables shall be maintained free of unnecessary items and clean. Observed dilapidated furniture behind dumpster. Observed minor litter surrounding dumpster.
Jul 3, 2024 A 94 · 3 violations
#22 · Water from approved source; backflow prevention; plumbing in good repair −2
5-202.13 Provide an air gap between the water supply inlet and flood level rim of the plumbing fixture or equipment at least twice the diameter of the water supply inlet. -P. Observed no air gap on ice machines on both floors.
#26 · Furnishings clean and in good repair; guest room fixtures clean and sanitized between guests −2
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed window covers in all the rooms in disrepair and stain marks.
#27 · Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean −2
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (f) Physical facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. Exhaust vents in rooms were observed with dust/dirt build up.
Nov 9, 2023 A 95 · 6 violations
#14 · Equipment, food and non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
4-101.19 Nonfood contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent clenaing shall be constructed of a corrosion-resistant, non absorbent, and smooth material. Observed microwave in room 242 with rust and interior chipping. PIC stated they are replacing all the microwaves.
#17 · Food-contact surfaces cleaned and sanitized; sanitizer maintained as required −3
15A NCAC 18A .1824 (b) Equipment and utensils shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed ice machine on 1st and second floor with rust and black mold buildup. REPEAT
#19 · Single-use and single-service articles properly stored and used
15A NCAC 18A .1824(i) Single-use articles may be used if discarded after each use. Single use articles may be stored and handled to prevent contamination. Observed unprotected single service cups for rooms stored in tray with chemical sprays on 1 of 4 housekeeping carts inspected today. CDI PIC educated housekeeper.
#22 · Water from approved source; backflow prevention; plumbing in good repair
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed toilet in room 239 not operating properly.
#26 · Furnishings clean and in good repair; guest room fixtures clean and sanitized between guests −2
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed toilet seat loose in room 239, Chairs in rooms 239 & 242 with torn cushion and arm ripped, hall carpet on second floor has stains in several spots, towel rack in room 242 coming detached from wall.
#28 · Insects and rodents present; live animals prohibited from food preparation, storage, sales, display, or dining
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (i) Maintain premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed dead bug behind bed and on floor corners in room 200.
Dec 5, 2022 A 95 · 3 violations
#17 · Food-contact surfaces cleaned and sanitized; sanitizer maintained as required −3
15A NCAC 18A .1824 (b) Equipment and utensils shall be kept clean and in good repair. First floor ice machine shoot showed buildup of mold.
15A NCAC 18A .1827(b) Only pesticides that have been registered with the EPA and with the N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services shall be used and only for the specific use for which they have been approved. Such pesticides shall be used as directed on the label and shall be handled and stored to avoid health hazards. Pesticides shall not be accessible to guests. Can of household ant/roach killer observed on maid’s cart.
#27 · Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (f) Physical facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. Exhaust vents in multiple rooms were observed with heavy dust/dirt build up.
#30 · Linen clean and in good repair; two sheets provided for each bed −2
15A NCAC 18A .1828 (b) If bed covers are not cleaned between successive guests, the upper sheet shall be folded under the mattress at the lower end and folded over the bed cover a minimum of 6 inches. Observed top sheet not folded down 6 inches on the beds in any of the rooms inspected.
Aug 12, 2021 A 94.5 · 6 violations
#17 · Food-contact surfaces cleaned and sanitized; sanitizer maintained as required
15A NCAC 18A .1824 (b) Equipment and utensils shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed minor black build up on ice machine chute located on first floor.
#20 · Thermometer provided; test strips provided
15ANCAC 18A. 1824(k) A test kit or other device that measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided by the lodging establishment. Observed no test strips to test the strength of sanitizing solution.
#21 · Handwashing sinks supplied and accessible; toilet tissue supplied −1
15A NCAC 18A .1826(a) Handwashing sinks as required in Rule .1825 in this section shall be supplied with hand soap, and either individual, disposable towels; a continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a hand drying device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. Observed no paper towels or hand drying device located at hand sink in laundry room.
#26 · Furnishings clean and in good repair; guest room fixtures clean and sanitized between guests −2
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed carpet stained on main hallways located on level 1 and 2 within facility. Observed backside of drapes peeling in rooms 217 and 242.
#31 · Linen properly handled and stored −1.5
15A NCAC 18A .1828 (e ) Carts used for soiled laundry shall be labeled or identified for soiled laundry use only. Observed soiled laundry carts not labeled or identifiable from clean laundry carts. EHS observed some carts labeled outside of laundry room thus improvement has been made from previous inspection report, points de-escalated.
#33 · Garbage and refuse disposal; facilities maintained −1
5-501.15 Maintain refuse, recyclables, and returnables receptacles with tight-fitting lids, doors, or covers. Observed sliding doors opened to dumpster and dumpster missing 1 lid and 1 lid bent.
Mar 25, 2021 A 95 · 5 violations
#26 · Furnishings clean and in good repair; guest room fixtures clean and sanitized between guests
Observed handle missing on the dresser in room 234. Observed dresser chipped in room 106.
**15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair.
#27 · Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Observed ceiling beginning to chip in room 106 in the bathroom. Needs to be repaired.
**15A NCAC 18A .1826 (f) Physical facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair.
#28 · Insects and rodents present; live animals prohibited from food preparation, storage, sales, display, or dining −2
Observed dead insects in the cabinets in the breakfast room. Cabinets needs to be cleaned out and increase pest management control.
**15A NCAC 18A .1826 (i) Maintain premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests.
#30 · Linen clean and in good repair; two sheets provided for each bed
Observed hole in the blanket in room 234.
**15A NCAC 18A .1828 (a) Clean bed and bath linen, in good repair, should be provided for each guest.
#31 · Linen properly handled and stored −3
Observed laundry carts not labeled in the laundry room.
**15A NCAC 18A .1828 (e ) Carts used for soiled laundry shall be labeled or identified for soiled laundry use only.
Feb 28, 2020 A 92.5 · 9 violations
#17 · Food-contact surfaces cleaned and sanitized; sanitizer maintained as required −1.5
15A NCAC 18A .1827(b) Only pesticides that have been registered with the EPA and with the N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services shall be used and only for the specific use for which they have been approved. Such pesticides shall be used as directed on the label and shall be handled and stored to avoid health hazards. Pesticides shall not be accessible to guests. Observed pest sprays and other pesticides. Use a pest control company
15A NCAC 18A .1824(l) Equipment for preparing coffee and tea shall be kept clean, but is exempt from sanitization required by Paragraph (c ) of this Rule. Observed old food debris in water reservoir of coffee pot, room 226.
#18 · Cooking surfaces of equipment and nonfood-contact surfaces clean −0.5
15A NCAC 18A .1824(e ) Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be clean. Observed rusted microwaves in several rooms throughout
#19 · Single-use and single-service articles properly stored and used −0.5
15A NCAC 18A .1824(i) Single-use articles may be used if discarded after each use. Single use articles may be stored and handled to prevent contamination. Observed coffee cups not individually wrapped. Replace in rooms between guests and protect on housekeeping carts. .
#20 · Thermometer provided; test strips provided
15ANCAC 18A. 1824(k) A test kit or other device that measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided by the lodging establishment. Observed very strong sanitizer on carts. Use test kit to measure 200-400 ppm range for quat sanitizer. Have company come recalibrate the dispenser.
#21 · Handwashing sinks supplied and accessible; toilet tissue supplied −1
15A NCAC 18A .1825 (c ) A handwashing sink, located to allow use by employees handling clean and soiled linen, shall be provided. This requirement shall be effective one year after the effective date of this Rule. Observed right side of utility sink which is the designated hand sink full of linens. Keep this side empty and accessible for hand washing.
15A NCAC 18A .1826(a) Handwashing sinks as required in Rule .1825 in this section shall be supplied with hand soap, and either individual, disposable towels; a continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a hand drying device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. Observed Put in a paper towel dispenser at hand sink.
#25 · Meets natural ventilation and lighting requirements
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (d) Light intensity shall be at least 20 foot candles at 30 inches above the floor in areas for handwashing, warewashing, equipment storage, utensil storage, and in toilet rooms. Observed low lighting (<10 fc) in ice machine area.
#31 · Linen properly handled and stored −1.5
15A NCAC 18A .1828 (e ) Carts used for soiled laundry shall be labeled or identified for soiled laundry use only. Observed clean linens stored in cart labeled dirty. Carts must be used as labeled.
#33 · Garbage and refuse disposal; facilities maintained −1
15A NCAC 18A .1825( e) All refuse shall be collected and stored in covered receptacles. Refuse receptacles shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed mattresses behind dumpster. Have large items removed
#37 · Household cleaning agents, medicines, and sanitizers properly stored and handled −1.5
15A NCAC 18A .1827( c) Household cleaning agents such as bleaches, detergents, and polishes shall be used and stored according to manufacturer's recommendations. Observed unlabeled spray bottles in several areas.
Feb 27, 2019 A 96.5 · 3 violations
#21 · Handwashing sinks supplied and accessible; toilet tissue supplied
NO POINTS DEDUCTED
15A NCAC 18A .1826(a) Handwashing sinks as required in Rule .1825 in this section shall be supplied with hand soap, and either individual, disposable towels; a continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a hand drying device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. Observed no hand drying device at hand washing sink inside laundry room.
#26 · Furnishings clean and in good repair; guest room fixtures clean and sanitized between guests −2
REPEAT
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed misc debris collected underneath bottom drawer of dresser in all guest rooms; Observed broken cabinet door stored underneath bed in guest room #109.
#37 · Household cleaning agents, medicines, and sanitizers properly stored and handled −1.5
15A NCAC 18A .1827( c) Household cleaning agents such as bleaches, detergents, and polishes shall be used and stored according to manufacturer's recommendations; Labeled to accurately identify.
Observed all chemicals stored in unlabeled spray bottles in laundry room and throughout property.
Feb 15, 2018 A 90.5 · 10 violations
#17 · Food-contact surfaces cleaned and sanitized; sanitizer maintained as required
15A NCAC 18A .1824 (b) Equipment and utensils shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed ice chute on 2nd floor with heavy black build up.
#19 · Single-use and single-service articles properly stored and used
15A NCAC 18A .1824(i) Single-use articles may be used if discarded after each use. Single use articles may be stored and handled to prevent contamination. Observed single use cups stored in kitchen area with lips not protected.
#20 · Thermometer provided; test strips provided
15A NCAC 18A .1824(j) A food temperature measuring device with a small diameter probe shall be provided and accessible for use by employees in ensuring attainment and maintenance of food temperatures. Observed no thermometer on site. Recommendation given to facility to provide a refrigerator thermometer to monitor air temp.
#26 · Furnishings clean and in good repair; guest room fixtures clean and sanitized between guests −2
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed curtains damaged in rooms 202 and 129. Observed toilet paper holder damaged in room 202. Observed cracked handsink in room 202. Observed drawers in need of cleaning in rooms 202, 136, and 129. Observed towel bar ripped out of wall in room 206. Observed damaged chair in room 218. Observed furniture and fixtures in need of cleaning throughout facility. Observed cleaning under mattress needed in 202, and 227. Observed doors damaged in rooms 218, 136, 129, and 123. Observed drawers off track in rooms 206, and 129. Observed cleaning needed under dressers and beds needed in 202, 218, 227, and 136. Observed tub rim in need of cleaning in rooms 202, 206, 218, 136, 123. Observed stained mattresses in rooms 227 and 136. Observed stained shower curtains in rooms 227 and 123. Observed hair dryer damaged in room 107. Observed damaged fixtures and furniture throughout facility. Observed light switches in need of cleaning throughout facility. Observed vents in hallways with dust build up.
#27 · Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean −2
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (f) Physical facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed walls in need of cleaning throughout facility including in dining area, rooms, hallways, and lobby. Observed cracked tiles in bathroom of 218. Observed heavy microbial growth in rooms 206, 227, 129, and 123. Ensure that microbial growth is remediated before painting. Observed carpets stained and damaged throughout facility. Observed stair treads and ceilings in stair wells in need of repair. Observed a hole in the wall in room 227. Observed bathroom walls in rooms 136 and 129. Observed molding needed to be secure in room 136. Observed damaged walls in lobby.
#30 · Linen clean and in good repair; two sheets provided for each bed −2
15A NCAC 18A .1828 (a) Clean bed and bath linen, in good repair, should be provided for each guest. Observed stained linen in 218. Observed linen with holes in rroms 202, 218, 227, and 136.
#31 · Linen properly handled and stored −1.5
15A NCAC 18A .1828 (e ) Carts used for soiled laundry shall be labeled or identified for soiled laundry use only. Observed laundry carts not labeled as soiled or clean. Label carts to differentiate between soiled and clean.
15A NCAC 18A .1828( c) Clean linen and supplies shall be stored in cabinets, or on shelves in linen and supply storage rooms. Observed employee drink stored with clean linen.
#32 · Items on housekeeping carts arranged to prevent cross contamination; housekeeping carts clean, items protected from contamination −2
15A NCAC 18A .1828 (d) Housekeeping carts shall be kept clean and stored to protect items from contamination. Observed single use items stored directly adjacent and touching chemicals. Observed housekeeping carts with debris on them.
#33 · Garbage and refuse disposal; facilities maintained
5-501.15 Maintain refuse, recyclables, and returnables receptacles with tight-fitting lids, doors, or covers. Observed damaged lids on dumpster.
5-501.115 A storage area and enclosure for refuse, recyclables, or returnables shall be maintained free of unnecessary items and clean. Observed large items in dumpster enclosure.
#34 · Premises maintained to prevent breeding and harborages
15A NCAC 18A .1826(i) The premises and guest rooms shall be maintained free of insects, rodents, and other pests. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to eliminate their presence on the premises and eliminating harborage conditions. Observed screen in breakfast area to not be in tact. Observed missing screens in several areas.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “SUPER 8 CHARLOTTE MOTOR SPEEDWAY” or State ID 2060200591). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.