4demerits
CAROWINDS - COASTAL CURRENTS - SYS A
14523 CAROWINDS BLVD, Charlotte, NC 28273
Seasonal Specialized Water Recreation · NC permit/State ID 2060560001
Latest result4 demerits
Last inspectedMay 22, 2026
Inspections on record11
On record sinceMay 19, 2017
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
May 19, 2017Lower is betterMay 22, 2026
Inspections & violations
May 22, 2026 4 demerits · 1 violation
#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. Leaves and dirt build up on pool floor - Clean
May 19, 2025 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Emergency phone #6 is named #7 by security and heavy static on the line.
New finish on entry/exit meets NC rule requirements.
Pump gpms:
1- 719 gpm
2- 600 gpm
3- 352 gpm
No other violations noted.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
May 23, 2024 12 demerits · 3 violations
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
pH at 8.0 -- Corrected to 7.7 once the "river" pumps were turned on
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Dirt and leaves present throughout the river -- Buildup was lessened once river pump began operation.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Liquid chemicals stored outdoors. -- Original Construction
May 24, 2023 12 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Issued permit. No Night Swimming.
Deck has been repaired to eliminate offsets greater than 1/2”.
Inspection with JJ Sexton
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Some debris on lazy river floor. Debris covering one main drain cover section. Keep clean. Covers cleared and cleaned. Corrected.
Some cracking on plaster on steps at zero entry. Monitor and repair if worsens.
Plaster does not appear to be >50% light reflectance at zero entry and steps. If plaster is replaced, must reflect >50% light.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Emergency phone on lifeguard stand with worn labeling (faded, unable to read).
.2530(f) Signage with legible letters providing dialing instructions, address of pool and pool telephone number shall be posted at the emergency phone. Operator added labeling and corrected.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Liquid chemicals stored outside. Original construction.
.2534(1) Chemical storage room shall be weatherproof with a minimum ceiling height of 7 ft.
May 16, 2023 20 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: Permit denial for emergency phone and caulking/deck in good repair.
“Q” status
Call 980-314-1620 to pay $100 revisit fee, ID 560001 then schedule re-inspection with Marie Daley at 704-507-6806 when in compliance for permitting (currently set to Wed 5/24 at 8:30 a.m.)
Inspection with JJ Sexton, Hope McIntosh and Marie Daley
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Records missing weekly alkalinty checks, but have just started being kept. Will check on return visit.
.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.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Some debris on lazy river floor. Keep clean.
Some cracking on plaster on steps at zero entry. Monitor and repair if worsens.
Plaster does not appear to be >50% light reflectance at zero entry and steps. If plaster is replaced, must reflect >50% light.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Decking around pool with multiple locations with damage and caulk causing offsets greater than 1/2”.
Damage to coping/deck tie in around back side across from bamboo area with damage that required repair for 2023 season. Some of decking has been repaired, but not completely on walking side of lazy river.
*Permit item
.2537(2) Decks shall be kept in good repair.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Emergency phone not operable on back side of lazy river. .2530(f) Emergency phone shall remain operable.
*Permit item
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Liquid chemicals stored outside. Original construction.
.2534(1) Chemical storage room shall be weatherproof with a minimum ceiling height of 7 ft.
May 25, 2022 18 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: 22 - Some dialing instructions faded on phone boxes. Still visible but barely. Replace where needed so dialing instructions are clearly visible. Did not warrant permit denial.
WAV9WRxxx drain covers on wall for gravity flow from Pirates Landing on 5/23/2022. Due for replacement on 5/23/2027.
Permit issued for no night swimming. JJ Sexton present during the inspection.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Some debris on lazy river floor. Keep clean.
Some cracking on plaster on steps at zero entry. Monitor and repair if worsens.
Plaster does not appear to be >50% light reflectance at zero entry and steps. If plaster is replaced, must reflect >50% light.
#9 · Pool maintenance: depth markings and no diving markers or signs visible and properly located −4
Depth marker at island at 2 1/2 ft. missing the "ft". Requires repair prior to 2023 operating season. Public does not have access to island and perimeter depth markers on pool walls are correct.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Some goose droppings on deck. Keep deck free of droppings.
Damage to coping/deck tie on back side of lazy river. Offset is >1/2" in multiple locations. Requires permanent repair prior to 2023 operating permit to eliminate hazard.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Leak on one filter pipe. Leak not sever and small drip. Keep equipment in good repair.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Some handicap showerheads with build-up in family restrooms and restrooms. Keep clean.
One loose toilet seat in family restroom and some soiled toilet seats in men's. Keep toilets clean and in good repair.
May 18, 2022 32 demerits · 8 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection completed with JJ Sexton.
All items corrected except for documentation for Aquastar drain covers. Permit denied.
#6 · Submerged suction outlets meet ASME/ANSI A112.19.8-2007. Single drains protected. (.2537, .2539) GPM= ____Field verification complete=____ −6
Aquastar drain covers on wall with no date of replacement. Aquastar drain covers on pool walls shall be replaced 5 years from date of install. Permit item.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Build-up and debris on pool floor. Keep pool floor clean and in good repair.
Some damage at zero entry plaster. Repaired during the inspection.
Pool plaster color at zero entry and steps appears dark when wet. Plaster color does not appear to reflect >50% light. Verify. If ever replaced, ensure plaster meets code requirements.
#9 · Pool maintenance: depth markings and no diving markers or signs visible and properly located −4
One depth marker on center island showing 2 1/2 without ft marking. Repair prior to 2023 operating season. Public does not access center island and pool perimeter depth markers were correct.
Some depth markers with build-up near bamboo section. Keep wall depth markers clean.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
One body hook with rusted screw. Replaced during the inspection.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Decking around pool with multiple locations with damage. Corrected areas with public access during the inspection.
Damage to coping/deck tie in around back side across from bamboo area with damage. Requires permanent repair prior to 2023 operating season.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Leak on filter one pipe. Leak not severe and small drip. Keep equipment in good repair.
No spare pump basket for pump. Provide spare pump baskets.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Floor wet around backwash pit. Keep floor dry. Floor wet due to splash.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Shower fixtures with build-up. Keep fixtures clean.
Jun 3, 2021 16 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: Phone issues from previous inspection corrected. Noted great improvement on restroom cleanliness at time of inspection.
Some screws on drain cover near far step entry appear to be rusting. Cover is still secure. Replace if rusted.
Note: Plaster appears stained on step entries in both locations. Also plaster at zero entry appears darker than permitted value of 50% light reflectance. Eliminate staining at steps. If plaster replaced, replace with plaster that has a light reflectance value (LRV) of greater than 50%.
Permit issued for no night swimming. JJ Sexton present during the inspection.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Some debris and leaves on pool floor. Main drain grates with some debris also. Keep drains and flooring free of debris so clearly visible.
#12 · Pool maintenance: inlets and other fittings in place and in good repair −4
Some rust on Pirate's Landing fixtures/equipment. Continue to monitor and repair as needed.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Some goose droppings on perimeter decking around pool. Keep decking free of droppings.
Some damage to seal at coping around the pool. Repair/replace as needed.
Some standing water on pool deck of Pirate's Landing. Decking shall be sloped to drain with no standing water.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Liquid chemicals stored outside. Original construction.
.2534(1) Chemical storage room shall be weatherproof with a minimum ceiling height of 7 ft.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
One sink in family restroom not operable. One toilet in family restroom soiled. One loose toilet seat in men's restroom. Keep all fixtures clean and in good repair.
May 17, 2019 20 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: Permit issued. No night swimming.
Note: Multiple gates that swing into the pool area. Also some perimeter fencing not 48" in height. Entire waterpark surrounded by a pool barrier meeting .2528.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Debris on pool floor and some debris on grates. Keep floor of pool clean.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Goose droppings on the pool deck throughout. Keep deck clean and drained properly.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Pirates landing ties into same system as Lazy river. Phone at Pirate's landing not operable. Operator could not hear inspector. Corrected during inspection. Other phone at Pirates Landing behind fence with low volume. Monitor and replace as needed. Operator could be heard and location verified.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Turbine at station 2 still leaking. Tightened during inspection.
Booster pump for chlorine system leaking. Keep in good repair.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Chemical storage outside. Pool pumps outside. Provide weatherproof structure. Original construction.
Floor in pump room wet around backwash pit. Keep flooring dry.
May 15, 2018 8 demerits · 2 violations
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Some debris and leaves in lazy river -- Cleaning in progress
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Observed goose droppings and tree debris on lifeguard walkway -- Clean
May 19, 2017 14 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: 17. GENERAL COMMENT -- Clean any animal droppings from walkway.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
SOME DIRT/DEBRIS IN POOL
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
ONE EMPLOYEE GATE UNLOCKED -- SECURED DURING INSPECTION
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
PUMPS LEAKING ON EXTERIOR
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
PUMP ROOM FLOOR WET DUE TO SEVERAL LEAKS
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “CAROWINDS - COASTAL CURRENTS - SYS A” or State ID 2060560001). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.