2demerits
BALLANTYNE LAP POOL
14801 BALLANTYNE COUNTRY CLUB DR, Charlotte, NC 28277
Seasonal Swimming Pool · NC permit/State ID 2060500730
Latest result2 demerits
Last inspectedApr 24, 2026
Inspections on record13
On record sinceApr 29, 2014
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
Apr 29, 2014Lower is betterApr 24, 2026
Inspections & violations
Apr 24, 2026 2 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Walked with Isaiah. Flow meter was changed out. flow reading 340/360 Range has to be between 317-385. Tube MEASURERS GREATER THAN 33 BACK AND GREATER THEN 3 AT FRONT. GRAY TUBE IS SCH 80 WHICH MATCHES FLOW METER. HAD HELP FROM CHRIS E. PERMIT IS GRANTED. Night swimming at this pool. lights were turned on. There is ample lights at this pool. ermit Restriction: Flow meter must remain operable.
Flow required at 317 gpm to 385 gpm to meet turnover and flow restriction of the main drain cover. Suction Hazard. NOTE: NIGHT SWIMMING APPROVAL 5/28/2025
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
.2517(e) Secure starting platforms from use by removal; covering; or signage and active supervision. Observed no signage or covering on dive blocks. CDI CPO added cones.
May 2, 2025 12 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Permit restrictions:
-Flow meter must remain operable.
-Flow shall not exceed 385 GMP due to drain covers flow restriction.
-Turnover at 317 GMP must be met.
-No night swimming; CPO should contact EHS if approval is later desired, and await EHS visit before allowing swimming after dusk.
Notes:
-Plexiglass barriers are installed at side fences near showers and locker rooms due to <45’ between horizontals.
-Audible alarm sounds at both locker room doors onto pool deck
#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 leaf litter and debris on sides and bottom of pool. View of pool floor and drain covers was not obstructed.
#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 leaf litter and debris inside multiple skimmer baskets.
Corrected- CPO empties baskets of debris.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
.2522(a) Provide 8 ft of clear walking space around the pool at all times (>1600 sq. ft).
Observed less than 8 ft of clearance between lounge chairs and pools edge.
Corrected- CPO moves furniture more than 8 ft from pools edge.
May 1, 2024 12 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
.2518(k) Keep skimmers free of debris so skimmers are capable of operating per manufacturer instruction. Observed skimmers with debris. CDI - Skimmers emptied.
#12 · Pool maintenance: inlets and other fittings in place and in good repair −4
.2537(8) Fittings and/or face plates shall be replaced when damaged and kept in good repair. Observed one eyelet missing. CDI - eyelet installed.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
.2528(a) Access gates shall swing away from the pool and be self-latching, self-closing unless an attendant AND lifeguard are present. Observed gate not self closing self latching. CID - Gate was repaired and is now self closing and self latching.
Apr 27, 2023 4 demerits · 1 violation
#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 debris present in skimmer baskets.
.2518(k) Replace damaged skimmer lid. Observed no lid on skimmer during inspection. CDI - Lid provided.
Apr 28, 2022 10 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: PERMIT ISSUED. NIGNHT SWIMMING VERIFICATION REQUESTED.
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
.2535(1) Maintain pH at 7.2 to 7.8. Observed pH reading at beginning off inspection at 6.9. CDI - Pool operator adjusted chemicals while EHS checked chemicals in all other pools onsite. Pool pH read 7.3 after adjustment. -6-
#18 · Premises: lifeguards present or warning signs posted −4
.2530(c) All pool signage shall be visible upon entrance to the pool and permanently affixed. Observed pool safety sign down at beginning of inspection after facility painted yesterday. CDI - Pool operator permanently fixed sign to outside of Gadgets and Gizmos. -4-
Apr 23, 2021 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: No demerits taken.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
May 13, 2020 8 demerits · 2 violations
#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. Some debris in skimmers.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
.2518(g) Keep flow meter operational. Flow meter broken and leaking. Part being delivered today.
May 6, 2019 10 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: .2524(b) Lighting shall be sufficient to illuminate all parts of the pool, the water, the depth markers, signs, entrances, restrooms, safety equipment and the required deck area and walkways. Pool operator stated that pool hours will include night swimming. Observed pool lights not working. Pool to be operating from dawn until dusk until visit to ensure required lighting. Verification visit must be completed to ensure sufficient lighting to be permitted for night swimming. Contact inspector to schedule night swimming permit visit.
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
.2535(1) Maintain pH at 7.2 to 7.8. Observed ph at 7.0. CDI, ph adjusted to 7.3 while on-site.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Observed flow meter stuck. Flow meter calibrated while on-site.
May 8, 2018 4 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Will require night swimming permit.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Missing one weir in skimmer. Corrected during inspection.
May 3, 2017 14 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: One are.a on left hand side that contains 25ft 4 inches between depth markers. Deck is contracted to be resurfaced during the winter of 2017/2018. Noted that this must be addressed when re-decking occurs.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Barrier gate missing into the bar area making pool barrier non-compliant. Fencing replaced during inspection.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
8 ft of deck clearance needed. furnitire only allowed for 6-7 ft in some areas. furnitire moved during inspection.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Flow meter.observed stuck during inspection.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Chemical room fan not operational.
Apr 28, 2016 6 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: 8. Observed stuck flow meter. CDI meter repaired. Keep flow meters in working order .2518.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
.2518 Keep skimmers clean and in good repair. Observed skimmers soiled with debris.
#26 · Equipment room: valves and pipes identified by color codes or labels −2
Observed pipes without arrows to show flow of water. Exposed pipes and valves shall be identified by labels or codes.
May 6, 2015 10 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: 17. 8 ft of clearance is needed around pool. 6 ft is provided. Pool construction doesn't allow for 8ft at one end. 26. Add water directional arrows or colors to piping. They are currently labeled with name.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Starting platforms shall be removed, covered, or a sign may be affixed to secure from use when not a compettion. Facility is placing a sign on each platform.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
One more lifeguard tube/buoy needed as pool is <3000 sqft. One lifguard stand was moved from Slide Pool which had 2. Now 2 lifeguard w/tubes will be at Lap Pool and one at Slide Pool.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Sinks in both restrooms are over 110F (118F). Plumber corrected on site.
Apr 29, 2014 8 demerits · 2 violations
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Observed one gate opens onto pool deck. Corrected onsite.
#19 · Premises: signs prohibit glass containers or pets in pool area −4
Observed pool rules sign print not large enough. Corrected onsite.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “BALLANTYNE LAP POOL” or State ID 2060500730). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.