8demerits
WOOD DUCK COVE
7511 WOODS LANE, Cornelius, NC 28031
Seasonal Swimming Pool · NC permit/State ID 2060500612
Latest result8 demerits
Last inspectedApr 13, 2026
Inspections on record11
On record sinceApr 23, 2014
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
Apr 23, 2014Lower is betterApr 13, 2026
Inspections & violations
Apr 13, 2026 8 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: No night swimming.
Posted signage for phone has correct address and callback number, however, 911 dispatch has only correct phone number and address is not correct. Address given by dispatch leads to the general area. Address of the pool should be reconciled with 911 dispatch to match correct pool address.
Flow Meter flow restriction observed to be in compliance.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
.2530(a) Lifesaving equipment includes body hook and pole and USCG approved ring buoy with required rope length. Observed throw rope with 60’, cut down to required length.
#27 · Equipment room: filter backwash discharged through an air gap −2
.2513(b) Filter backwash shall be discharged through an air gap. Observed backwash pipe discharge not routed to an air gapped outlet
May 15, 2025 10 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: General comment
Emergency phone is pinging as wireless to 911. Wireless location is pinging in Concord, however the location of the pool is in Cornelius. Address is written on sign at pool. Pool must ensure 911 can get to pool in the event of an emergency.
All pool requirements sent by Chris S. Checked by EHS
Pump: Hayward SP32950VSP
Filter: Pentair TR60
Maindrains: Aquastar A10RCFR 2017
Equalizers: Aquastar 6HPHA 2017
Returns: 4
Piping:2”
#9 · Pool maintenance: depth markings and no diving markers or signs visible and properly located −4
.2523(a) Provide depth markers on pool walls and pool deck next to the swimming pool. Observed no depth markers on pool deck. CDI- Depth markers painted on.
.2523(d) No Diving markers shall be provided in all areas of the pool less than five feet deep. Observed no depth markers on pool deck. CDI- NO DIVING painted onto deck
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
.2521(b) Ladders shall have slip-resistant tread. Observed no slip resistant tread on the ladders.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
.2528(a) Provide no openings in fence and/or gate greater than 4"x4". Observed opening greater then 4” in fence. CDI- Opening was closed.
May 4, 2023 2 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Verified main drains, equalizers, and pumps
Night swimming is prohibited
Patrick Hurst, CPO present during the inspection
Permit issued.
#27 · Equipment room: filter backwash discharged through an air gap −2
no air gap for back wash
.2513(b) Filter backwash shall be discharged through an air gap.
Apr 21, 2022 4 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Deck chairs not set up yet. Ensure when set up they allow for proper deck spacing
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Ladder missing bumpers
#27 · Equipment room: filter backwash discharged through an air gap −2
no air gap for back wash
Apr 13, 2021 10 demerits · 2 violations
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
.2530(a) Provide ring buoy for rope 1.5 times the width of the pool or 50 ft whichever is less. Observed buoy rope at 26 ft. Buoy rope should be 24 ft. CDI- Rope was cut to 24 ft.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
.2522(a) Provide 6 ft of clear walking space around the pool at all times. Observed table and chairs, and plant baskets within 6ft of pool. CDI- Pool operator moved items to provide 6ft of clear walking space.
Apr 16, 2019 36 demerits · 12 violations
Inspector comments: 22. Relocate emergency sign closer to phone
#32 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: floors smooth, slip-resistant, kept clean −2
Recommend repainting of restroom floors-should be slip resistent
#30 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: approved water source, no cross connections −2
Backflow preventer required on hose bib
#9 · Pool maintenance: depth markings and no diving markers or signs visible and properly located −4
Remarked faded depth markers during inspection, recommend repainting "no dive" & depth markers
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Several ladder bumpers missing, ladders > 6" from pool wall
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
Rope length corrected to 24' during inspection, general comment - recommend relocated body hook to more accessible location; ring buoy replaced during inspection due to wear
#18 · Premises: lifeguards present or warning signs posted −4
Sign posted during inspection
#19 · Premises: signs prohibit glass containers or pets in pool area −4
Sign posted during inspection
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Flow meter fixed during inspection
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Natural or cross ventilation required, replace light bulb, floor is wet, need clear walkway around equipment
#27 · Equipment room: filter backwash discharged through an air gap −2
Backwash line plumbed to floor
#28 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: bathhouse or rest rooms accessible; shower sign posted −2
Sign posted during inspection
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Shower needs showerhead, leak in wall of womens restroom
May 22, 2018 2 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: All E status items fixed. Facility has correct address of 7511 Woods Ln. Status change to "A".
#27 · Equipment room: filter backwash discharged through an air gap −2
.2513(b) Filter backwash shall be discharged through an air gap.
Observed no air gap for backwash line.
Mar 28, 2017 8 demerits · 2 violations
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
Observed throw rope greater than 24ft. CDI rope cut to 24ft.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Observed water collecting on pump room floor.
Apr 22, 2016 12 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Pool prepermit inspection passed.Pool not permitted to open until permit is available and date on permits is valid.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
Observed ring bouy rope damaged around permitier and trow rope damged. Corrrected during inspection.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Emergency phone number incorrect on sign, corrected during inspection.
Apr 23, 2015 22 demerits · 6 violations
Inspector comments: Permit will be available within 3 days online at meckpools.charmeck.org.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Observed endcaps missing on both ladders.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
Maintain required rope length of 24ft. Observed > 24ft rope provided. Cut to 24ft during inspection.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Maintain 6ft deck clearance. Observed chairs < 6ft around pool deck. Moved back on site.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Address and phone number posted does not match with 911 operator. Sign changed to what 911 operator had on site.
#27 · Equipment room: filter backwash discharged through an air gap −2
Provide at least 2" air gap at back wash. Observed no air gap at backwash.
#33 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: hose bibbs and floor drains provided −2
Provide back flow prevention on deck hose bib.
Apr 23, 2014 10 demerits · 3 violations
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Keep skimmer baskets cleaned out
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Install protective covers on the ladders
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Observed several cracks on the pool decking
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “WOOD DUCK COVE” or State ID 2060500612). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.