8demerits
PROVIDENCE COUNTRY CLUB - LAP
6001 PROVIDENCE COUNTRY CLUB DR, Charlotte, NC 28277
Seasonal Swimming Pool · NC permit/State ID 2060500774
Latest result8 demerits
Last inspectedMay 8, 2026
Inspections on record15
On record sinceMay 13, 2014
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
May 13, 2014Lower is betterMay 8, 2026
Inspections & violations
May 8, 2026 8 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection completed with Eric White present.
#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 missing fitting for pressure relief valve in pool near ladder and diving platforms. Ensure a cover is placed on this.
#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 pool furniture within 8 feet of pool. CDI- furniture was relocated.
.2537(2) Decks shall be kept free of trip hazards or offsets greater than 1/2" due to deterioration or changes from original deck profile. Observed two 2 inch holes in pool deck where lane line poles are placed without poles installed. CDI- holes filled with liquid cement material.
Apr 23, 2026 22 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection completed with Eric
Please complete the 6 and 4 point items prior to calling for a reinspection.
Facility closes at dusk.
#6 · Submerged suction outlets meet ASME/ANSI A112.19.8-2007. Single drains protected. (.2537, .2539) GPM= ____Field verification complete=____ −6
.2539(b) All suction fittings shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
Observed main drains that were missing screws on all three covers. Must have approved screws on drains. Permit not issued.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
.2530(b) Two units of lifesaving equipment (or two lifeguards) must be provided for pools that exceed 3,000 sq. ft. surface area. PIC mentioned one lifeguard may be available and was missing second set of lifesaving equipment. CDI ring bouy provided and body hook on site.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
.2528(a) Gate latches located at less than 54" shall require the use of key, combination lock or card reader or be located on the inside of the gate at least three inches below the top of the gate with no greater than 1/2" within 18" of latch mechanism. Observed latch that was less than 54” and missing coverings side of latch mechanism. Permit not issued.
.2528(a) Ground level doors shall be self-closing, self-latching or child protected by audible alarm. Observed door from restaurant leading to the pool that is not self latching or no alarm. Permit not issued.
#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 chairs on side of pool causing less than 7ft clearance around pool.
.2537(2) Decks shall be kept free of trip hazards or offsets greater than 1/2" due to deterioration or changes from original deck profile.
Observed holes in pool deck floors from a previous fence that was almost 1” and greater than 1/2” in size. Permit not issued.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
.2533(g) Provide a hose bib with backflow prevention device within 50 ft. of the equipment room. Observed no backflow preventer on the hose bib.
May 6, 2025 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Paddock drain covers. Screws changed 4/1/2021. Documentation provided by operator.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Apr 11, 2024 12 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Observed ring buoy ropes at 55 feet in length. CPO cut ring buoy ropes to equal 50 feet in length when flotation devices were reattached.
#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 minor debris on pool surface.
#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 at points of maximum and minimum depths. Observed fading depth marker stickers on inner gutter walls. CDI - Depth marker stickers recolored manually via permanent marker. Replace stickers as needed
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
.2537(2) Decks shall be kept free of trip hazards or offsets greater than 1/2" due to deterioration or changes from original deck profile. Observed deck chairs placed within 6 feet of pool deck. CDI - Chairs were moved backwards to improve clearance.
Apr 25, 2023 6 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 minor debris on pool floor.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
.2521 Install ladders per manufacturer instructions. Observed bottom step on the back right ladder missing.
May 3, 2022 22 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: - Pool re-plastered 2022; verification of plaster color: light blue, trim white sandstone. Verification of contrasting color bands: corporate blue.
Inspection completed with Ryan Emerine present.
#2 · Water quality: disinfectant residual provided by −6
.2535(4) Maintain chlorine at least 1.0 ppm. Observed Cl < 1.0 ppm. CPO corrected concentration to 3.0 ppm 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 in pool.
#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 in gutter drains.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
.2537(b) All gates and doors shall be self-closing, self-latching. Observed exit doors nearest club house not self closing/latching. CPO repaired and doors now in compliance.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
.2537(2) Decks shall be kept free of trip hazards or offsets greater than 1/2" due to deterioration or changes from original deck profile. Observed gaps > 1/2" through deck. CPO repaired during inspection.
Apr 7, 2021 4 demerits · 1 violation
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Observed debris in pool.
**.2537(14) Keep pool surface and pool floor free of debris.
May 5, 2020 12 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Night Swimming is approved and will be making another visit for that.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
Throw rope was cut to 50ft
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Clean debris out of lap pool
#28 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: bathhouse or rest rooms accessible; shower sign posted −2
clean out bath houses. Filled with chairs and decking equiment
May 4, 2020 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: pool is being resurfaced around pool. Chris sales has been notified and approved
post phone sign
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Apr 22, 2019 6 demerits · 2 violations
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
observed some debris on bottom
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
mirrors not shatterproof
Apr 25, 2018 28 demerits · 8 violations
Inspector comments: Permit Restrictions: No night swimming.
Per PIC, pool will be lifeguarded at all hours of operation.
PDSC information verified during inspection.
An additional visit will be made to verify lighting for night swimming.
#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 on floor of lap pool. CDI: Pool cleaned during inspection.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
.2521 Install ladders per manufacturer instructions. Observed far right ladder (from entrance) loose from deck. CDI: Ladder tightened 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 sections of ground eroded away, creating gaps as large as 6" in some locations.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
.2537(2) Decks shall be kept free of trip hazards or offsets greater than 1/2" due to deterioration or changes from original deck profile. Observed several damaged deck drains creating gaps ranging from 1" to 1'. CDI: Damaged drains replaced with new drains during inspection.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
.2530(a) Signage with legible letters providing dialing instructions, address of pool and pool telephone number shall be posted at the emergency phone. Observed dialing instructions and phone number for facility incorrect on signage. CDI: Instruction saying to dial 9 before making call was taped over, and old number was taped over and replaced with correct number during inspection.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
.2518(g) Keep flow meter operational. Observed inoperable flow meter during inspection. CDI: Flow meter fixed to show accurate readings.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
.2533(c) Valves and controls shall be accessible to the pool operator at all times. Maintain 3 ft. clear walking space in pump room. Observed heavy clutter in pump room, making it difficult to access pumps.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
.2626(m) Keep restrooms and fixtures clean and in good repair. Observed heavy clutter in men's restroom, making it difficult to access fixtures.
Apr 5, 2017 4 demerits · 1 violation
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Observed leaves and debris on floor of pool. Cleaning during inspection.
Apr 14, 2016 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Observed hole/port in wall of pool. Unclear what this is used for - possibly an autofill. CPO plugged with putty.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Apr 7, 2015 10 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
Floating debris in pool water.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Telephone number incorrect on sign. Corrected during my inspection.
May 13, 2014 18 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: Note: If mirrors installed in new restrooms, must be shatterproof. Note: Backwash pit approved with order of grated cover. Must be installed by June 3, 2014. Currently with particle board/wood. Note: All doors onto pool deck must be self-latching, self-closing.
#2 · Water quality: disinfectant residual provided by −6
Observed chlorine at 0.8 ppm. Corrected to 1.0 ppm.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Observed damaged deck drains. Replaced where >1/2". Replace in other areas.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Observed flow meter stuck. Corrected.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Observed pump room/chem room left unlocked. Keep locked.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Observed one sink in men's main not operating; fixtures with build-up; no soap/paper towel/toilet paper. Keep fixtures clean and in good repair. Provide soap/paper towels/toilet paper.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “PROVIDENCE COUNTRY CLUB - LAP” or State ID 2060500774). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.