14demerits
MECKLENBURG CO AQUATIC CTR SHALLOW
800 E MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD, Charlotte, NC 28202
Year-Round Swimming Pool · NC permit/State ID 2060530057
Latest result14 demerits
Last inspectedFeb 16, 2026
Inspections on record25
On record sinceOct 7, 2013
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
Oct 7, 2013Lower is betterFeb 16, 2026
Inspections & violations
Feb 16, 2026 14 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Daniel Osucha present during the inspection.
Note HVAC system not operating correctly with large amount of moisture on windows. Repair system.
Intent to Suspend issued for:
.2523 - 3 ft. 3 in depth marker on wall closest to spa damaged. Replace depth marker on pool wall.
Permit Restriction: Flow meter shall remain operable. Flow required no greater than 225 gpm due to filter flow restriction. Flow greater than 450 gpm exceeds the main drains. Suction Hazard.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
January 24th and 25th without records. Ensure if closed, logs indicate. Ensure daily record keeping for chlorine, pH and main drain checks.
#9 · Pool maintenance: depth markings and no diving markers or signs visible and properly located −4
3 ft. 3 in depth marker on wall closest to spa damaged. Replace depth marker on pool wall. Intent to Suspend issued.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Bball hoop not in use, directly next to pool. Maintain 5 ft. clearance around the pool in all locations.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
One sink not operable in the women's restroom. Keep operable.
Patron indicated that two shower handles not operable in men's with one inoperable toilet. Keep fixtures in good repair.
Dec 2, 2025 14 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Daniel Osucha present during the inspection.
Intent to Suspend issued for:
.2523/.2537 - replace wall depth marker where I is damaged in inches
.2537 - repair grout at depth marker near back door.
Permit Restriction: Flow meter shall remain operable with flow no greater than 225 gpm. 10% accurate flow meter installed. Will require 5% flow meter and new PDSC form submittal prior to permit 2026, per federal standard.
#9 · Pool maintenance: depth markings and no diving markers or signs visible and properly located −4
3 ft. 6 in. by ladder with I in inch damaged. Repair depth marker. Intent to Suspend issued.
Wall depth marker near step starting to fade. Still legible. Monitor and repair if needed.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Door to office 116 with audible alarm not engaged and door not latching. Corrected during the inspection.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Grout missing around depth marker at 3 ft. 8 in. Replace grout where needed to keep deck impervious and in good repair. Intent to Suspend issued.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
One sink in women's restroom not operable. Shower fixture holster damaged in one women's shower. Keep all fixtures in good repair.
Mar 31, 2025 14 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: 6 - One fin on drain cover broken - Aquastar WAV12WRxxx. If sump dimensions correct, 2017 Aquastar WAV12WRxxx ok for replacement with flows. Requires replacement within 2 weeks or permit will be suspended. New PDSC form required. A flow reduction will be required with accurately installed flow meter for drain cover approval.
Intent to Suspend issued for both office doors on to pool deck self-closing, self-latching - .2528.
#9 · Pool maintenance: depth markings and no diving markers or signs visible and properly located −4
One wall depth marker at 3 ft 6 in. starting to fade. Monitor and replace if worsens. Still legible.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Audible alarm not operable and door not latching in office off of pool deck. Other office, 117, with door not self-closing, self-latching. Repair to self-close, self-latch.
Intent to Suspend issued.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Gap in deck gutter near ramp. Opening at 1/2". Monitor and ensure no openings greater than 1/2" on pool deck.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
One handle at sink in women's restroom broken. Repair fixture.
Nov 7, 2024 10 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Daniel Osucha present during the inspection.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Multiple ladders loose. Tighten ladders.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
One of the doors on to pool deck with audible alarm disengaged and door latching mechanism not engaged. Corrected during the inspection.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Big fan on pool deck within 5 ft. of pool edge. Pool equipment for lessons, etc. directly next to pool. Not in use at time of inspection. Maintain 5 ft. clearance around pool at all times.
Feb 12, 2024 8 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Note - 911 operator faint. Operator could still hear EHS. Monitor. May require replacement in the future.
Intent to Suspend issued for:
.2522/.2537 - replace slip-resistant tread at ramp
Daniel Osucha present during the inspection.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
One handrail loose. Tighten.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Slip resistant tread worn off on ramp. Replace tread. Intent to Suspend issued.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Hot water in restrooms >113 F. Maintain at 110 F or below.
Two soap dispensers damaged in women's restroom. Repair/replace.
Nov 16, 2023 14 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Daniel Osucha present during the inspection.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Test kit tubes with build-up. Replace test kit tubes within 30 days. Will verify when return visit made for main pool.
#9 · Pool maintenance: depth markings and no diving markers or signs visible and properly located −4
One depth marker on pool wall faded at 3 ft. Replaced during the inspection.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
All handrails for ladders and step handrails loose. Tighten/keep in good repair.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
One door with audible alarm not working and another door not closing to latch. Both repaired during the inspection to self-close, self-latch.
Mar 17, 2023 8 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Daniel Osucha present during the inspection.
VGB verified and chlorinator verified during the inspection.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Step handrail into pool and ladders loose around pool. Keep handrails tight and secure.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Slip-resistant tread slightly damaged at step entry. Does not warrant permit action. Monitor and replace if needed.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Bicarb stored on chair in pump room. Keep all chemicals stored in chemical storage room.
Nov 22, 2022 4 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection completed with trainee Hannah Howard - 2979. Pool operator present during inspection was Daniel Osucha.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Ladder loose near far end of pool. Keep ladders tightened and in good repair.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Bicarb stored in pump room. Store in chemical storage room.
Feb 1, 2022 18 demerits · 6 violations
Inspector comments: Intent to Suspend issued for depth marker. Daniel Osucha present during the inspection. No signature due to the covid restrictions.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Some hair build-up on one pool drain. Eliminate to keep drains clearly visible.
#9 · Pool maintenance: depth markings and no diving markers or signs visible and properly located −4
One damaged wall depth marker at 3 ft. 6 in. near entry to pool. Replaced damaged ft. Intent to Suspend issued.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Ladder loose near far end of pool. Keep ladders tightened and in good repair.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Two doors from office areas not self-closing, self-latching. Repaired during site visit to self-close, self-latch.
Additional perimeter doors not self-closing, self-latching. Intent to Suspend taken under 530056.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Bicarb stored in pump room. Store in chemical storage room.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
One shower clip broken in family restroom. Keep fixtures in good repair.
Sink faucet handles with springs not running for full hand wash. Repair faucet handles to ensure proper handwashing can occur.
Oct 28, 2021 8 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: 5 - Test kit tubes with black build-up. Recommend replacing test kit tubes
Daniel Osucha present during the inspection. No signature due to covid restrictions. Intent to Suspend issued for pool barrier.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Handrails at ladders loose. Keep in good repair. Tighten.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Multiple doors not self-closing, self-latching or self-closing with audible alarm. Repair to self-close, self-latch or self-close with audible alarm. Intent to Suspend issued.
1. Men's and women's doors from locker rooms.
2. Multi-purpose room.
3. Office rooms 116 and 114.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Sink faucet handles with springs not running for full hand wash. Repair faucet handles to ensure proper handwashing can occur. One sink missing handle in the family restroom. Keep all fixtures in good repair.
Mar 3, 2021 2 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Daniel Osucha during the inspection, No signature due to covid-19 restrictions.
Emergency phone - increase the volume on the emergency as it was low when testing.
Automated chlorinator verified during the inspection.
Inspection was conducted with Katie R. and Aimee L.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Observed two loose ladders near the far end of the pool and close to spa entry. Repair and maintain ladders in good repair.
Sep 17, 2020 6 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Daniel Osucha present during the inspection. No signature due to covid restrictions.
Note - No depth marker on pool wall at steps. Measured 25 ft. between wall depth markers around perimeter of pool with existing wall depth markers.
Main drain covers due in March 2021. Once replaced submit with updated pdsc form.
Automated chlorinator verified during the inspection.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Some staining on pool floor in multiple locations. Keep in good repair.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
One loose ladder near far end of pool by emergency egress door. Keep ladders in good repair.
Jan 21, 2020 12 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: ITS issued for self closing self latching doors, and for chlorinator.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
.2521 Install ladders per manufacturer instructions. Observed handrails, and both ladders loose and in need of tightening.
#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 front door, on the right side of the double door (left door) not self closing or self latching. Observed family bathroom door, not self closing or self latching. ITS (intent to suspend) issued.
#23 · Equipment room: chlorine or bromine automatic feeders that meet NSF Standard 50 −4
.2535(6) Automatic chlorine and bromine feeder pumps shall be automatically prevented from operating when the circulation pump is not in operation. Operator was not present during inspection to verify flow of chlorinator, ITS (intent to suspend) issued. Chlorinator must detect flow of pump.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
.2533(d) Pump room floor shall be kept dry and free of standing water. Observed pipe leaking from above filter, creating standing water on the floor.
.2534(4) Provide storage for pool chemicals in waterproof containers or store up off the floor. Observed several bags of alkai and chlorine stored in the pump room, not in the approved chemical room.
Nov 12, 2019 10 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Intent to Suspend issued for exceeding permit restriction at 225 gpm.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
One loose ladder in shallow end. Keep in good repair.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Pump running at 275 gpm per flow meter and pressure gauges. Permit restriction due to filter sizing at 225 gpm. Pump temporarily throttled back. Provide permanent solution to permit restriction or at least a general scope of how to meet permit restriction. Intent to Suspend issued. Re-occurring issue.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Pump room floor wet under filter due to leak on check valve above. Keep pump room floor dry.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
One damaged shower fixture in handicap stall. Some sink faucet handles with springs not staying engaged. Repair fixtures and equipment.
Feb 11, 2019 22 demerits · 7 violations
Inspector comments: .2530 Emergency phone with slight static. 911 was still audible. Monitor regularly.
.2535 Automatic chlorinator could not be verified at time of inspection. Ensure chlorinator properly detects flow.
Intent to Suspend issued fo test kit, doors, gutter damage.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
.2535(10) Provide test kit capable of measuring disinfectant level, cyanuric acid and total alkalinity. Observed buildup in bottom of cylinders of test kit. Observed several reagents expired. Intent to suspend issued for test kit.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
.2518 (2)(F) The overflow troughs shall be installed completely around the perimeter of the swimming pool except at steps, recessed ladders, and stairs. Observed damaged gutter grate on far side near lifeguard stand. Intent to suspend issued.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
.2521 Install ladders per manufacturer instructions.
Observed loose step hand rail at entry point of pool.
#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 left main exit door at far end past women's locker room not self latching. Observed men's locker room door not self latching. Intent to suspend issued.
#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 peeling slip resistant tread around step entry. Repair tread so that it does not continue to worsen. Offset did not warrant intent to suspend.
#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 chemicals stored in pump room. Move to chemical storage room.
#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. One faucet not operational in women's restroom. Men's restroom not viewed at time inspection.
Nov 28, 2018 10 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: 17 - Slip resistant tread at top step beginning to peel. Still intact. Continue to monitor.
24 - Chlorinator not verified at time of inspection. Automatic chlorinator. Operator not present to verify. System must detect flow and turn off when no flow.
Note: Doors near pump room sticking. Doors shall self-close, self-latch. Doors are fire egress and shall both be operational.
Intent to suspend issued for flow for pump exceeding permit restriction.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
One loose handrail on ladder.
.2521 Install ladders per manufacturer instructions.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Permit restriction on pump not to exceed 225 gpm. Flow meter indicating 320 gpm. Flow shall not exceed permit restriction due to sizing of filter. Intent to Suspend issued.
.2518(h) Provide approved pump in good repair.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Check valve leaking in pump room above filter. Pump room floor wet.
.2533(d) Pump room floor shall be kept dry and free of standing water.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Leaking faucet handle in women's restroom.
.2626(m) Keep restrooms and fixtures clean and in good repair.
Apr 4, 2018 20 demerits · 6 violations
Inspector comments: 23 - General Comment - Chlorinator not verified. CPO not present during inspection.
Intent to Suspend issued for contrasting color band/slip-resistant band on steps, replacement of flow meter and door not self-latching.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Minor damage to gutter. Does not warrant repair.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Ladder loose. Keep tight and in good repair.
#13 · Pool maintenance: contrasting band on steps and benches −4
Slip resistant tread on first step starting to peel and at handicap entry. Repair tread/contrasting color band. Intent to Suspend issued.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Door from pool deck to outside not self-latching. Latch is sticking. Repair. Intent to Suspend issued.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Flow meter clouded where barely visible. Keep operational and in good repair. Replace flow meter. Inten to suspend issued.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Pump room floor wet due to leak on check valve for fill line. Clean-out check valve to ensure pump room floor is kept dry.
Nov 6, 2017 10 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Liquid chlorinator not tested during visit. Operator not trained on how to test.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Gutter grates damaged and not level. Corrected during inspection. Continue to monitor. If continues to be an issue, will require repair.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Ladder closest to spa loose. Keep in good repair.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Slip resistant tread peeling back at handicap ramp. Repair.
Apr 3, 2017 10 demerits · 3 violations
#9 · Pool maintenance: depth markings and no diving markers or signs visible and properly located −4
One damaged depth marker - replace. Intent to Suspend issued.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Two ladders loose. Keep in good repair.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Slip resistant tread wearing off at ramp and at steps. Repair where needed. Intent to Suspend issued.
Nov 22, 2016 8 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Note: Automated chlorinator was not verified during the inspection.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Slip resistant tread on coping at stair entrance starting to peel. Keep in good repair.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Acid barrels stored in pump room. Move to approved chemical storage room.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Latch for portable shower head broken. Keep all fixtures in good repair.
May 31, 2016 8 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Go to Meckpools.charmeck.org to print a copy of the pool permit to post in the pool area.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Handrail loose. Maintain secure and in good condition.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
One of the emergency exit doors by warm pool pump room not self-latching. Corrected.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Water in restrooms > 110F. Maintain at no more than 110F.
Jan 20, 2015 16 demerits · 5 violations
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Chipping paint on steps and floor. Repair.
#9 · Pool maintenance: depth markings and no diving markers or signs visible and properly located −4
Wall depth markers fading. Keep clearly visible.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Benches <5 ft to pool. Maintain 5 ft clearance.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Pump room floor wet. Keep dry.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
One sink leaking and hand dryer not operable in women's. Repair.
Oct 21, 2014 6 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: 29 - General Comment: One hand dryer not operable in women's. Repair.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Some chipping of paint on steps and some chipping on pool floor. Keep in good repair.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Pump room floor wet from leaking water line. Keep dry.
Feb 5, 2014 8 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: 29 - General Comment: Observed one hand dryer not operating. Keep in good repair.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Observed chipping paint on floor and steps. Keep in good repair.
#12 · Pool maintenance: inlets and other fittings in place and in good repair −4
Observed some inlets missing eyeball fittings. Provide fittings.
Oct 7, 2013 8 demerits · 2 violations
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Observed some chipping paint on steps. Keep in good repair.
#12 · Pool maintenance: inlets and other fittings in place and in good repair −4
Observed some fittings missing from wall fittings. Replace where needed.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “MECKLENBURG CO AQUATIC CTR SHALLOW” or State ID 2060530057). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.