8demerits
LITTLE OTTER - SMALL
8200 TOWER POINT DR, Charlotte, NC 28227
Year-Round Swimming Pool · NC permit/State ID 2060530182
Latest result8 demerits
Last inspectedSep 24, 2026
Inspections on record28
On record sinceNov 20, 2013
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
Nov 20, 2013Lower is betterSep 24, 2026
Inspections & violations
Sep 24, 2026 8 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: 22) Emergency phone is able to dial 911, signage posted says select line 1 then dial 911, which also works. Discussed updating signage for easier use of picking up phone and dialing 911 without selecting line.
15) No ring buoy with rope (17 ft required length at this pool) for this small pool. Pool is in same area as large pool with body hook (only one hook for both pools) and buoy with longer rope. Discussed buoys required for separate pools with different lengths of rope.
Per operator, swim instructors are provided training and there is a lifeguard variance in file for these staff to perform life saving in case of emergency. Lifeguard with rescue tube can be substituted for US Coast Guard approved ring buoy with correct rope length.
Spoke with Tim Dutcher, supervisor of Mecklenburg County pool program who stated this “substitute of trained life saving personnel” is sufficient to not have buoy or required sets of lifesaving equipment at this time. Highly recommended providing extra ring buoy with required rope length (17 ft) at this pool.
Inspection with John Kirk and Eric Oakley
Main drains expire 2028
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
One double door not alarming or latching at time of visit. .2528(a) Ground level doors shall be self-closing, self-latching or self-closing and child protected by audible alarm. Operator corrected bell to ring.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Items within 5’ of pool for swim lessons.
.2522(b) Provide at least 5 ft of clear walking space around the indoor pool at all times. Operator moved items and corrected.
Items used for in-use classes that can be moved in case of emergency are permitted. Items may not be stored around pool when
not in use.
Deck flooring cut out by small pool, less than 1/2” in offset.
.2537(2) Decks shall be kept in good repair. Lack of severity does not warrant permit action at this time. Advised repairing flooring by next permitting season 2027.
Feb 4, 2026 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection completed with Madison Meadows present.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Nov 13, 2025 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection completed with Gloria Kirk present.
No violations noted during inspection.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Mar 5, 2025 4 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Inspection completed with Madison Meadows and John Kirk present.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
.2537(2) Decks shall be kept in good repair. Observed one area of deck near small pool where foam is peeling off of floor. John indicated this is scheduled to be repaired in the near future.
Dec 18, 2024 4 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Inspection completed with John Kirk present.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
.2537(2) Decks shall be kept in good repair. Observed one area of deck near small pool where foam is peeling off of floor. John indicated this is scheduled to be repaired in the near future.
Mar 27, 2024 4 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Inspection completed with John Kirk present.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
.2537(2) Decks shall be kept in good repair. Observed one area of deck near small pool where foam is peeling off of floor. Repair.
Nov 2, 2023 6 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Inspection completed with John Kirk present.
Permit suspended due to expired drain covers. Replace and submit new PDSC paperwork then contact Eli Freese at 704.621.2298 to reopen pool.
#6 · Submerged suction outlets meet ASME/ANSI A112.19.8-2007. Single drains protected. (.2537, .2539) GPM= ____Field verification complete=____ −6
Drain covers expired 9/8/23. Permit suspended.
Feb 16, 2023 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection completed with John Kirk present.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Nov 15, 2022 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: NO VIOLATIONS NOTED.
MAIN DRIANS ARE DUE FOR REPLACEMENT SEPTEMBER 2023. COVERS MUST BE REPLACED AND THE PDSC PAPERWORK APPROVED BY THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRIOR TO THAT EXPIRATION DEADLINE.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Mar 3, 2022 4 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Be aware that chlorine cannot be put directly into pool for normal operation. For normal operation, disinfectant must enter the pool through the disinfectant feeder system, not by hand feeding. Disinfectants, such as chlorine, are allowed to be introduced into the pool by hand feeding for dealing with things like fecal, blood, or vomit incidents, and for maintenance purposes with the pool is not operational.
STAFF AGREED TO EMAIL COPY OF REPORT
NO SIGNATURE DUE TO COVID-19 PRECAUTIONS.
CONTINUE TO FOLLOW ALL RELEVANT COVID RULES
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
.2535(11) Provide record keeping including daily records of disinfectant residual, pH, drain cover/grate inspections, pool water maintenance, and temperature, if applicable. Provide weekly recordings for cyanuric acid and total alkalinity weekly. Observed missing temperature reading for 2/8/2022. Keep all records complete. No permit action taken, records were largely in order.
Nov 17, 2021 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: NO VIOLATIONS NOTED.
STAFF AGREED TO EMAIL COPY OF REPORT
NO SIGNATURE DUE TO COVID-19 PRECAUTIONS.
CONTINUE TO FOLLOW ALL RELEVANT COVID RULES
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Mar 9, 2021 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: NO VIOLATIONS NOTED
HEATER TO POOL WAS TURNED OFF, NO TEMPERATURE RECORDED.
PLEASE CONTINUE TO FOLLOW COVID RULES.
NO SIGNATURE DUE TO COVID PRECAUTIONS.
CPO AGREED TO EMAIL OF REPORT FORM.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Dec 1, 2020 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: NO VIOLATIONS NOTED.
“issuance of a permit by this department does not negate closure required by Executive Order No. 120, 138, 141, 147, or subsequent Orders in effect unless such Orders are rescinded or superseded by another applicable Order.”
NO SIGNATURE WAS OBTAINED DUE TO COVID-19 SOCIAL DISTANCING
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Jan 14, 2020 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Verified PDSC information.
Observed no non-compliant conditions.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Nov 13, 2019 4 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Verified PDSC infomation, infomaion incorrect.
Observed WFE-8 installed instead of WFK-8 as noted on last submitted PDSC form.
Updated PDSC form as both pumps have the same pump curve and submit to the Department.
Observed bonding wire missing on the pump.
Facility agreed to voluntarily close until the bonding wire has been attached and an electrical inspection from MC Code Enforcement has occured.
Contact Code Enforcement at 980 314-CODE.
Contact Chris Sells when inspection is complete at 704 576-8678.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Observed pump listed on PDSC as WFK-8 pump in pump room WFE-8. Pumps share same pump curve, send in updated PDSC.
.2518(h) Provide approved pump in good repair.
Feb 22, 2019 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: NO VIOLATIONS NOTED
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Dec 11, 2018 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Observed all intent to suspend items in compliance as required.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Nov 13, 2018 12 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Intent to suspend issued
Contact Chris Sells when repairs are complete at 704 576 8678 for return visit.
If repairs are not completed within 30 days the pool permit will be suspended.
Verified PDSC information.
#9 · Pool maintenance: depth markings and no diving markers or signs visible and properly located −4
Observed depth markers on wall below pool water level.
Provide depth markers on walls every 25' on perimeter of the pool.
.2523(b) Provide depth markers spaced not to exceed 25 feet when measured along the perimeter of the pool.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Observed door alarms not functioning.
.2528(a) Ground level doors shall be self-closing, self-latching or child protected by audible alarm.
#23 · Equipment room: chlorine or bromine automatic feeders that meet NSF Standard 50 −4
Observed automatic acid feeder not indicating no flow when pool circulation stops.
.2535(6) Automatic chlorine and bromine feeder pumps shall be automatically prevented from operating when the circulation pump is not in operation.
Feb 1, 2018 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: No violations noted.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Oct 9, 2017 4 demerits · 1 violation
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Observed no violations in the pool, however the interior doors leading to the pool deck are not self-latching. They are self-closing. As per Katie Wilson (704-309-5494+704-336-5306) of MCPH. These doors must either be self-closing and self-latching or they must have an audible alarm indicating that the door has been opened. I.T.S. ISSUED EXPIRES 11/8/17 at 2:15pm.
Feb 13, 2017 6 demerits · 2 violations
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Observed items within 5 feet of pools edge. Maintain 5 feet of deck clearance at all points.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Observed pump room and chemical room doors unlocked. Keep these doors locked when not in use.
Dec 1, 2016 6 demerits · 2 violations
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Observed minor amount of rust on ladders.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Observed some minor clutter around pool. Maintain five feet of deck c learance at all points.
Mar 9, 2016 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Noted that pump was listed as WFE-8. The guide book lists both of the models as having the same pump curve. The PDSC form was corrected for possible correction. C. Elmore will follow-up if more information or a new PDSC form is required.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Oct 1, 2015 4 demerits · 1 violation
#18 · Premises: lifeguards present or warning signs posted −4
Observed the proper warning signs as far as language, but the letters are not properly sized. Provide proper warning signs with proper language and properly sized letters. A MCHD guidance sheet was provided and copied.
Feb 19, 2015 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: No violations observed.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Nov 5, 2014 4 demerits · 1 violation
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Missing some temperature checks. Be sure to check daily.
Mar 26, 2014 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: No issues observed.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Nov 20, 2013 4 demerits · 1 violation
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Flow meter stuck. Corrected by operator.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “LITTLE OTTER - SMALL” or State ID 2060530182). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.