6demerits
CAROWINDS - KIDDY HAWK COVE - SYS B
14523 CAROWINDS BLVD, Charlotte, NC 28273
Seasonal Specialized Water Recreation · NC permit/State ID 2060560006
Latest result6 demerits
Last inspectedMay 19, 2026
Inspections on record10
On record sinceMay 17, 2017
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
May 17, 2017Lower is betterMay 19, 2026
Inspections & violations
May 19, 2026 6 demerits · 1 violation
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
.2535(1) Maintain pH at 7.2 to 7.8. Initial reading was 8.1. Corrected to 7.2
May 19, 2025 10 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Permit issued.
#2 · Water quality: disinfectant residual provided by −6
.2543(7) Interactive play features shall maintain chlorine at least 2.0 ppm. CORRECTED TO 5.0ppm
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Vertical pickets damaged/missing - repaired during inspection.
May 23, 2024 4 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Tiles and trip hazards repaired from previous inspection.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Some leaves and dirt build-up -- Clean
May 15, 2024 10 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection completed with Pete in plumbing and maintenance.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Observed missing decorative tile around edge of pool in some areas. Repair.
Observed worn plaster where slide was removed. Repair.
#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 gutter grate spacing greater than 1/2” in some areas. Permit denial item.
.2522(a) Provide 6 ft of clear walking space around the pool at all times. Observed furniture within 4 feet of pool. Ensure 6 feet clearance is maintained.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
.2526(m) Keep restrooms and fixtures clean and in good repair. Observed leaks in 2 urinals in mens restroom. Observed 2 sinks inoperable in women’s restroom.
.2526(j) Provide soap and soap dispenser, no glass, at each sink. Observed no soap in family restroom.
May 16, 2023 6 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Issued permit. No Night Swimming.
Inspection with JJ Sexton, Hope McIntosh and Marie Daley
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Gap greater than 4” in fencing at time of inspection.
.2528(a) Provide no openings in fence and/or gate greater than 4"x4". Operator replaced fencing and corrected.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Equipment outside. Original construction. .2533(a) Pump room shall contain at least all pumps, chemical feeding equipment, and other mechanical and electrical equipment.
May 18, 2022 8 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Note: Pool not required to have depth markers. All depth markers listed as inches. Recommend replacing with ft or feet.
Permit issued for no night swimming. JJ Sexton present during the inspection.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Deck furniture less than 4 ft to pool. Maintain clearances around the wading pool to ensure adequate deck space.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Light in chemical storage rooms not operational. Keep lights operational.
#32 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: floors smooth, slip-resistant, kept clean −2
Flooring not sloped to drain. Original construction. Floor shall slope to drain.
May 18, 2021 26 demerits · 7 violations
Inspector comments: Hayward SP2607x10 pump for chlorinator.
JJ Sexton present during the inspection. Inspection conducted with Marie Daley and Katie Rudisill.
Permit issued for no night swimming. Sticker provided. State permit will be posted online within 2 - 3 business days.
#12 · Pool maintenance: inlets and other fittings in place and in good repair −4
Rusted screw on one inlet. Replace screw/fitting.
Some rust on main play structure. Does not appear to be a cut hazard. Continue to monitor and repair if needed. Keep all equipment in good repair.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
>6" under back gate near pump room. Gravel added during inspection and corrected to <4".
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Some cracking on pool deck. Continue to monitor and repair as needed.
Deck furniture <4 ft. to pool edge. Maintain 4 ft. clearance around pool.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
One phone not ringing back. Corrected during the inspection.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Backwash pit leaking. Reseal tank so it does not leak.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Pump room floor wet due to leak at backwash tank. Keep dry.
Light in storage room for acid not operable. Providing lighting in chemical storage rooms.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Sinks and toilets with build-up in restrooms. No soap at some sinks in men's restrooms. Keep all fixtures clean and in good repair.
May 14, 2019 18 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: 9 - Deck depth markers in inches. Pool classified as a water recreaction attraction. Pool not required to have depth markers per rule requirement. Recommend changing to read "ft".
Permit issued. No night swimming.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Some deck damage with offsets >1/2". Patched with caulking during inspection.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Emergency response could not hear the inspector. Phone changed out during inspection. Corrected during inspection.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Small leak at booster pump for automated chlorination system. Does not affect chemistry of pool. Repair leak.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Pump room floor wet due to leak and booster pump leak. Keep floor dry.
Pool equipment (pumps) outside of pump room. Provide weatherproof structure. Original construction.
Note: No fresh air intake for chlorine storage room. Recommend fresh air intake for chlorine storage.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
One sink not operable in women's restroom and two faucets not operable in family restroom/mens. Provide soap at all sinks. Keep all fixtures in good repair.
May 9, 2018 4 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Issued permit.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Floor with some debris and rust stains. Keep clean and repair as needed.
May 17, 2017 14 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: General Comment: One hand dryer not operational in women's restroom. Repair hand dryer.
Pool permit will be posted online within 3 days.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Minor debris in wading pool. Continue to clean as needed.
#12 · Pool maintenance: inlets and other fittings in place and in good repair −4
Some minor rusting on bottom of the middle spray feature. Continue to monitor and repair as needed.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Some damage caulking surrounding the gutter. Repair caulking as needed.
Some minor cracking of deck surrounding the pool. Repair as needed for any protrusions greater than 1/2".
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Pump room floor wet due to pump seal leak. Keep dry.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “CAROWINDS - KIDDY HAWK COVE - SYS B” or State ID 2060560006). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.