14demerits
BEXLEY AT LAKE NORMAN
20705 STERLING BAY LN, Cornelius, NC 28031
Seasonal Swimming Pool · NC permit/State ID 2060501063
Latest result14 demerits
Last inspectedApr 24, 2026
Inspections on record14
On record sinceJun 24, 2014
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
Jun 24, 2014Lower is betterApr 24, 2026
Inspections & violations
Apr 24, 2026 14 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Newly drains correctly installed.
Inspection completed with CPO, Gee McBride
All permit compliance items corrected during inspection
Interlock tested and operational
CPO logs begin today
NIGHT SWIMMING NOT ALLOWED
Permit issued
#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.
.2528(a) Ground level doors shall be self-closing, self-latching or child protected by audible alarm.
Observed 1” gaps within 18” of safety bar releases on both gates. CDI - CPO installed wood panels to cover gaps during inspection.
Observed an audible alarm for one ground level door with a dead battery. CDI - Maintenance replaced battery during inspection.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
.2530(f) Signage with legible letters providing dialing instructions, address of pool and pool telephone number shall be posted at the emergency phone.
Observed the wrong phone number posted on the phone sign for both Kings III and Police. CDI - Tape was added to cover incorrect number. Office used a label maker to post the correct phone number (828-816-3971)
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
.2518(g) Keep flow meter operational.
Observed a stuck flow meter. CPO was unable to fix during inspection.
May 9, 2025 12 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: NOTE:
- NIGHT SWIMMING IS NOT PERMITTED
- Maintenance staff: Scott Mitchell present during operational permit inspection.
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
.2535(1) Maintain pH at 7.2 to 7.8.- Observed pH = 7.0. Fixed to 7.2 at the time of inspection
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
.2530(f) Pool telephone shall be capable of directly dialing 911 or another emergency notification system.- Observed emergency phone is not working at the time of inspection. CDI- Corrected during inspection.
Apr 28, 2025 34 demerits · 7 violations
Inspector comments: NOTE:
- This pool # 501063, permit denied today due to following items on the inspection sheet.
- All items needs to be repaired/replaced, and ensure it is in good working condition.
- Contact EHS: 704-617-9777 or email for return inspection to obtain the operational permit.
- The pool shall remain closed until permit is issued.
- Return visit fee is $100. Need to be paid through the office: 980-314-1620 prior to inspection.
- Maintenance staff: Scott Mitchell present during operational inspection permit.
ADDITIONAL NOTE:
- Drain covers will be expired 2/22/2026
#2 · Water quality: disinfectant residual provided by −6
.2535(4) Maintain chlorine at least 1.0 ppm.- Observed chlorine measured at 0.4 ppm. Ensure to maintain at least 1.0 ppm of chlorine in the pool through automatic chlorinator.
NOTE:
G.S. 130A-2(3) Chlorine added directly to swimming pool. Chlorination must occur through chlorinator. Eliminate direct hazard to public.
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
.2535(1) Maintain pH at 7.2 to 7.8.- Observed pH is less than 6.8. Ensure to maintain pH between 7.2- 7.8 at all time.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
NOTE:
.2535(10) Provide test kit capable of measuring disinfectant level, cyanuric acid and total alkalinity.- Observed the reagent #2 is expiring soon (6/2025). Ensure to obtain and provide up to date chemical reagents for testing during and through out 2025 pool season.
#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 one of the vacuum port left opened/un covered. CDI- a port was covered and capped at the time of 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) Replace damaged skimmer lid.- Observed one damaged skimmer lid. Need replacement.
#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 chairs on narrow path of pool deck measured less than 6ft from edge of the pool. CDI- items removed from the path and place on the open side of the pool deck at the time of inspection.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
.2519(k) Provide operational pressure gauge on filter.- Observed one of the pressure gauge of sand filter is not working. Repair/replace needed.
May 2, 2024 0 demerits · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Apr 19, 2023 14 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: EHS discussed replacing ring buoy with CPO Tay Jenkins, starting to show signs of fraying on ropes.
EHS confirmed pump and drain covers, as per PDSC form.
No night swimming at this location, as per CPO Tay Jenkins.
Permit issued.
#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 3x missing weirs from skimmer baskets areas. CDI- PIC installed weirs during inspection.
#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 ring buoy ropes measuring at 43 and 44 feet. CDI- new rope attached to ring buoy, now at 45FT.
#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 pool chairs within 3 feet of pool.
Apr 1, 2022 6 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Per CPO Bill Moesch main drain covers were not changed when pool was re-plastered this year.
Approved new plaster, plaster color, and contrasting color bands.
No night swimming.
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
.2535(1) Maintain pH at 7.2 to 7.8.
Observed pool water PH 7.0. CDI tested at 7.2.
Apr 12, 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
Observed surface skimmers full of debris in need of cleaning.
Apr 14, 2020 12 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Pool operator stated that facility is not open for night swimming. No night swimming visit required.
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
.2535(1) Maintain pH at 7.2 to 7.8. Observed PH level at 7.0. Corrected during inspection to 7.3.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
.2530(f) Signage with legible letters providing dialing instructions, address of pool and pool telephone number shall be posted at the emergency phone. Observed sign for emergency phone had incorrect number posted. Sign was corrected with correct phone number listed by 911 operator.
Apr 3, 2019 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 all skimmers full of debris in need of proper cleaning.
Apr 3, 2018 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Observed two new ring buoys longer than 45FT replacing ring buoys from last year. Ring buoys cut to 45FT and old ones removed.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Mar 30, 2017 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
15 NCAC 18A .2518, .2537 Observed debrtis and rocks in weirs. CDI - removed debris from weirs.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
15A NCAC 18A .2522 DECKS (a) Outdoor swimming pools shall have a continuous deck extending completely around the swimming pool. The width of the deck or walkway shall provide at least six feet of clear walking space at all points. Observed deck obstruction. CDI - removed lounge chairs from edge of pool.
Apr 12, 2016 2 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Facility is not approved to open until the permit has been approved by the Health Dept. Permit will take about 3 business days to process and will need to be posted conspicuously at the pool. Permits are found online. Call 704-336-5100 with any questions.
#27 · Equipment room: filter backwash discharged through an air gap −2
Provide a proper air gap for backwash pit.
Apr 10, 2015 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Ring buoy replaced.Permit inspection passed. Facility is not approved to open until the permit has been approved by the Health Department. Permits will take about 3 business days to be process and will need to be posted at the pool. Permits are found online.Please call 704 336 5100 with questions.Ms. Jessica Montford present during inspection.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Jun 24, 2014 4 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Very nice pool.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Observed debris on pool floor
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “BEXLEY AT LAKE NORMAN” or State ID 2060501063). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.