12demerits
SAWYERS LANDING
20428 SOUTHSHORE DR., Cornelius, NC 28031
Seasonal Swimming Pool · NC permit/State ID 2060500845
Latest result12 demerits
Last inspectedMay 1, 2026
Inspections on record13
On record sinceMay 7, 2014
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
May 7, 2014Lower is betterMay 1, 2026
Inspections & violations
May 1, 2026 12 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection completed with CPO, Kara Gilchristy
Interlock tested and operational
All permit compliance items corrected during inspection
CPO logs begin today
NIGHT SWIMMING NOT ALLOWED
Permit Restriction - Flow meter must remain operable with no flow greater than 119gpm due to flow restriction of main drains. Suction Hazard
Permit issued
#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 significant leaf debris on the bottom of the pool.
#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 a missing screw for a fence post that was causing it to fall to the side. 7-8” gap was present. CDI - Screw was added to the post to make them 4 inches.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
.2534(4) Provide storage for pool chemicals in waterproof containers or store up off the floor.
Observed bags of bicarbonate stored on the floor of the pump/chemical room.
#26 · Equipment room: valves and pipes identified by color codes or labels −2
.2518(d) Piping and valves shall be labeled with color codes or labels.
Observed missing arrows or labels for piping.
May 9, 2025 4 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: NOTE:
- PERMIT RESTRICTION: Flow meter must remain operable. Flow required at 67 gpm to 74 gpm to meet turnover and flow restriction of the filter.
- NIGHT SWIMMING IS NOT PERMITTED.
- CPO: Kara Gilchrist present during operational permit 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 lounge chairs on pool deck measured 2-3 ft from edge of the pool. CDI- Items rearranged at the time of inspection.
Apr 24, 2024 8 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: no night swimming
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
floating debris present on pool floors, pollen in pool due to surrounding trees.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
pool ladder loose, tightened during inspection
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
bags of bicarbonate stored on floor, moved during inspection.
Apr 19, 2023 8 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Verified main drains, equalizers and pump.
Night swimming prohibited.
Patrick Hurst, CPO present during inspection.
Permit issued.
#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 slightly cloudy due to pollen. main drains still clearly visible
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
.2522(b) Provide at least 5 ft of clear walking space around the pool at all times. Observed some of the lounging chairs less than 5’ from the pools edge. CDI - CPO adjusted.
Apr 29, 2022 12 demerits · 3 violations
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
pool slightly cloudy due to pollen. main drains still clearly visible
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
emergency phone had incorrect call back number
Corrected during inspection
#27 · Equipment room: filter backwash discharged through an air gap −2
no air gap for back wash
Apr 13, 2021 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 in skimmer baskets. CDI - Operator cleaned skimmer baskets.
May 29, 2020 2 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: No signature required due to COVID-19.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
.2521 Install ladders per manufacturer instructions.
Observed ladder in pool in need of tigheting.
Apr 25, 2019 24 demerits · 8 violations
Inspector comments: 21. Pool posted open until 10 PM - changed to dusk. Pool not approved for night swim-request would have to be made for night swim inspection
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Maintain 6' clear walkway around pool edge and furniture
#18 · Premises: lifeguards present or warning signs posted −4
Existing signs have incorrect verbage and lettering too small - new signs were posted during inspection
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Correct phone number posted during inspection
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Natural cross or continuous forced ventilation required, store bagged chemicals off the floor
#27 · Equipment room: filter backwash discharged through an air gap −2
2" air gap required on back wash line
#28 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: bathhouse or rest rooms accessible; shower sign posted −2
Shower sign posted during inspection
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Mirrors to be of shatterproof construction
#30 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: approved water source, no cross connections −2
Backflow preventer required on hose bibs
Apr 2, 2018 2 demerits · 1 violation
#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.
Apr 12, 2017 4 demerits · 1 violation
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Observed debris floating in pool.
Apr 18, 2016 8 demerits · 2 violations
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Observed debris on pool floor
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Keep furniture >6' from pool edge
Apr 6, 2015 22 demerits · 6 violations
Inspector comments: .According to inspectors records this pool has not submitted PSDC form for equailizer covers or main drain covers. A permit will not be issued until required paperwork is completed and submitted.
#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. CDI by cleaning out skimmers.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
Observed throw rope at 27'. Required 30'. CDI by changing out rope and measuring 30'.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Observed areas of pool fence with openings > 4" between vertical bars.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Observed pool deck chairs < 6' from edge of pool. CDI by moving chairs.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
No soap and towels observed in restrooms.
#32 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: floors smooth, slip-resistant, kept clean −2
Observed restroom floors with chipping/peeling paint.
May 7, 2014 12 demerits · 4 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 as much as possible
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Replace the missing ladder cover on the hand rail
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
keep furniture at least 6' from pool edge
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Observed chipping of the paint in both bathrooms - Reccommend re-painting the bathroom floors.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “SAWYERS LANDING” or State ID 2060500845). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.