14demerits
STRATFORD FOREST SWIM CLUB
8801 FOREST SHADOW CIRCLE, Cornelius, NC 28031
Seasonal Swimming Pool · NC permit/State ID 2060500660
Latest result14 demerits
Last inspectedApr 17, 2026
Inspections on record13
On record sinceMay 1, 2014
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
May 1, 2014Lower is betterApr 17, 2026
Inspections & violations
Apr 17, 2026 14 demerits · 3 violations
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
.2535(1) Maintain pH at 7.2 to 7.8. Observed pool pH at 6.8 during inspection. pH corrected during inspection to 7.2
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
.2518(k) Install skimmer per manufacturer specifications and eliminate equalizer line plugs or plug per State requirements.. Observed skimmer equalizer lines plastered pool side but not capped inside skimmer box. CDI lines capped during inspection.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
.2528(b) Maintain no greater than 4" under fence and/or gate (pre-May 2010). Observed area underneath fence measuring 10in where water runoff is eroding soil. CDI mesh fastened to fence to meet requirement of 4in or less.
Apr 16, 2025 8 demerits · 2 violations
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
.2537(14) Keep pool surface and pool floor free of debris.Observed pool floor in need of cleaning with accumulated debris.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
.2518(k) Replace missing weirs. Observed missing weir on one of the skimmer boxes. CDI weir replaced during inspection.
May 2, 2024 10 demerits · 3 violations
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
.2535(1) Maintain pH at 7.2 to 7.8. Observed PH at 7.0 CDI PH.73
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
.2534(5) Chemicals shall be stored as to prevent a reaction and permit for easy clean-up. Observed powder covering chemical room floor.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
.2526(m) Keep restrooms and fixtures clean and in good repair. Observed door missing from female stall.
Apr 20, 2023 14 demerits · 5 violations
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
1 missing weir replaced during inspection
#12 · Pool maintenance: inlets and other fittings in place and in good repair −4
1 broken eyeball fitting replaced during inspection
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
natural cross or continuous forced ventilation required; light bulb in chemical room needs replacement
#27 · Equipment room: filter backwash discharged through an air gap −2
2" air gap required on backwash line
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
mirrors to be of shatterproof construction
Apr 21, 2022 6 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: EHS observed emergency sign for pool not directly above phone, CPO Brian Pridmore moved sign to directly above emergency phone during inspection.
EHS observed 4FT dive marker loose on inside of pool.
EHS confirmed PDSC information. Operator Brian Pridmore on site during inspection. Permit issued.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
.2521 Install ladders per manufacturer instructions. Observed deck cap to ladder closest to clubhouse with damage, cracked. Replace.
#27 · Equipment room: filter backwash discharged through an air gap −2
.2513(b) Filter backwash shall be discharged through an air gap. Observed backwash discharge with no air gap. Provide 2” air gap.
#32 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: floors smooth, slip-resistant, kept clean −2
.2526(c) Restroom floors shall be smooth to insure cleaning and slip-resistant. Observed flooring in bathroom (specifically woman’s bathroom) beginning to peel.
Apr 29, 2021 36 demerits · 9 violations
Inspector comments: Hannah Smith present during the inspection.
Verified main drains, equalizer covers and pump.
Seasonal permit issued.
#2 · Water quality: disinfectant residual provided by −6
.2535(4) Maintain chlorine at least 1.0 ppm. Observed chlorine at 0. CDI - CPO corrected during inspection to 3.0
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
.2535(1) Maintain pH at 7.2 to 7.8. Observed pH at 8.0. CDI - CPO corrected to 7.8 during inspection
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
.2537(14) Keep pool surface and pool floor free of debris. Observed debris and leaves on pool floor and on main drains. CDI- CPO cleaned during the inspection.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
.2518(k) Keep skimmers free of debris so skimmers are capable of operating per manufacturer instruction. Observed floating debris in skimmers. CDI - CPO cleaned during the inspection
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
.2517(a)1 Diving equipment shall be installed per manufacturer's instructions. Observed deck cap to ladder closest to the club house cracked. Replace.
#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 the ring buoy rope too long at 50 ft. CDI - CPO adjusted the length to the required length of 45ft during the inspection.
#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 a planting pot on the pool deck within 6’ of the pool. CDI - CPO relocated.
#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 at backwash. Provide a 2” air gap.
#32 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: floors smooth, slip-resistant, kept clean −2
.2526(c) Restroom floors shall be smooth to insure cleaning and slip-resistant. Observed the flooring in both restroom beginning to peel. Repair.
May 7, 2020 6 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Due to covid19 restrictions permit will not be signed by operator.
Night swimming at this pool is prohibited.
#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 openings in pool fence > 4".
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
.2526(l) Provide toilet paper and dispensers in restrooms.
mirrors are not shatterproof
Apr 3, 2019 0 demerits · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Apr 19, 2018 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
Observed floating debris in skimmers. Cleaned out skimmers during inspection.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Observed loose recess ladders. Corrected during inspection. PIC Danny tightened the ladders.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Observed lounge chairs within 6 feet of the pool deck. Relocated lounge chairs.
Apr 28, 2017 4 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Verified pump, main drain covers and equalizer covers.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Observed no cross ventilation or continuous fan in the chemical room. Chemical not organized with items sitting on the floor. Walls and ceiling have damage and holes present in the pump room.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Observed Glass mirrors in both restrooms.
May 19, 2016 8 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: 6) One vacuum plug sticks out from the wall. Screw all the way into the wall.
Permit will be issued online in 1-3 business days. Print copy to post in pool area.
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
pH 8.1. Corrected to 7.5.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Light not functioning in chemical storage room. Provide lighting.
May 7, 2015 14 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: 13. Recommend repainting contrasting bands
Pool passed preinspection
Inspection report received by Louie Woods
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
Ring buoy rope corrected to 45 ft
#21 · Premises: pool and deck lighting provided at pools that operate at night −4
1 pool lights is burned out
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Chemical room-light burned out, forced ventilation not working. Equipment room-light burned out, needs natural cross or continuous forced ventilation
#27 · Equipment room: filter backwash discharged through an air gap −2
2" air gap (above basin) required
May 1, 2014 6 demerits · 2 violations
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Observed chairs within 5' of pool today. Provide at least 6' of clearance around pool and features.Chairs moved today...
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Paint rusted partition in restroom
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “STRATFORD FOREST SWIM CLUB” or State ID 2060500660). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.