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NORTHERN REGIONAL RECREATION CENTER - LEISURE POOL
18121 OLD STATESVILLE RD, Cornelius, NC 28031
Year Round Specialized Water Recreation · NC permit/State ID 2060570018
Latest result0 demerits
Last inspectedFeb 25, 2026
Inspections on record9
On record sinceMay 20, 2022
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
May 20, 2022Lower is betterFeb 25, 2026
Inspections & violations
Feb 25, 2026 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection conducted with CPO Daniel Osucha.
Permit condition that filtration pump be set at no more than 600 GPM, which is the maximum the filters can handle. Observed 620 GPM, within tolerance for Blue-White flow meter.
Permit condition that PP8 pump be set at no more than 1160 GPM. Observed 1100 GPM.
Verified PP5 flow meter reading 200 GPM.
Verified PP6 flow meter reading 168 GPM.
Verified PP7 flow meter reading 350 GPM.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Nov 6, 2025 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection conducted with inspector Ariel Humphrey and CPO Daniel Osucha.
Permit condition that filtration pump be set at no more than 600 GPM, which is the maximum the filters can handle. Observed 650 GPM, corrected to 600 GPM.
Permit condition that PP8 pump be set at no more than 1160 GPM. Observed 1190 GPM. Corrected to 1150 GPM.
Verified PP5 flow meter reading 201 GPM.
Verified PP6 flow meter reading 168 GPM.
Verified PP7 flow meter reading 460 GPM.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Jan 22, 2025 8 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection conducted with CPO Daniel Osucha.
Flows
PP5 - 200 GPM
PP6 - 160 GPM
PP7 - 500 GPM
PP8 - 1200 GPM - reduced down to 1100 GPM
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
One weir missing. .2518(k) Replace missing weir. - Corrected.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Some underwater platforms stored too close to ladder on pool deck. 2522(e) Provide at least 5 ft of clear walking space around diving board, handrail, slide, or other permanent structure on a swimming pool deck. - Corrected. Swapped storage area with narrow benches.
Nov 20, 2024 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection conducted with CPO Daniel Osucha.
Underwater pool platforms stored too close to pool. Maintain at least 5 feet clear walkway around pool, ladders and handrails. Will follow up on next inspection in January.
PP7 slide at 475 GPM, PP5 play structure at 200 GPM, PP6 bubblers at 168 GPM, PP8 channel at 1150 GPM.
PP3/PP4 filtration at 620 GPM. Maximum the filter is designed to handle is 600 GPM. Pump adjusted down to 600 GPM.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Feb 26, 2024 12 demerits · 3 violations
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Observed total alkalinity not being recorded every 7 days. Maintain as required.
.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
Observed residue collecting on slide entry landing.
Observed debris collecting under play structure.
.2537(14) Keep pool surface and pool floor free of debris.
#12 · Pool maintenance: inlets and other fittings in place and in good repair −4
Observed missing return fitting on wall. Corrected during inspection.
.2537(8) Fittings and/or face plates shall be replaced when damaged and kept in good repair.
Nov 15, 2023 4 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Inspection conducted with inspector Devon Moeller and CPO Daniel Osucha.
PP5 at 200 GPM
PP6 at 160 GPM
PP7 at 480 GPM
PP8 at 1175 GPM
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Some underwater platforms stored too close to ladder on pool deck. 2522(e) Provide at least 5 ft of clear walking space around diving board, handrail, slide, or other permanent structure on a swimming pool deck. - Corrected.
Feb 8, 2023 8 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection conducted with CPO Daniel Osucha.
PP6 - Lazy river area in use with pump off, not able to verify GPM. Ensure pump is set such that flow meter reads < 240 GPM.
Verified PP3/4 at 625 GPM. Permit restriction for pump to be at no more than 600 GPM due to filter restriction. Corrected to 600 GPM.
Verified PP5 at 165 GPM, PP7 at 470 GPM, and PP8 at 1150 GPM.
After further review, we’ve determined that flow meters are no longer required on the backwash line and will no longer be a condition of the permit. While one filter is backwashed, the other filter continues to operate. No longer need monitor how much water is being backwashed.
#12 · Pool maintenance: inlets and other fittings in place and in good repair −4
Missing eyeball fitting at stairs. .2537(8) Fittings and/or face plates shall be replaced when damaged and kept in good repair.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
One door to restrooms not self-latching. .2537(b) All gates and doors shall be self-closing, self-latching. - Corrected. Will use door chime until door is fixed.
Dec 13, 2022 6 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection conducted with CPO Daniel Osucha.
Please move 20 gallon barrels of water and bleach water away from where children could get access to them.
Verified PP5 at 200 GPM, PP6 at 490 GPM, PP7 at 220 GPM, PP8 at 1150 GPM
Both emergency phones are on the same line. Both call boxes pick up when called. When attempting to call, loud music in lap pool area made it difficult to hear the third line. Recommend installing phones like at Eastway Rec Center where you have to pick up to answer.
Flow meter on backwash line stuck. Ensure flow meter remains functional. Will follow up with facility.
#12 · Pool maintenance: inlets and other fittings in place and in good repair −4
Missing eyeball fitting at stairs. .2537(8) Fittings and/or face plates shall be replaced when damaged and kept in good repair.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Leak by check valve. .2533(d) Pump room floor shall be kept dry and free of standing water.
May 20, 2022 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection conducted with Daniel Osucha.
PP3/PP4 (Filtration Pump) Required to run at 600 GPM due to filter restriction and design flow of the pump. Only one pump may run at a time, other pump is a backup. Observed flow meter at 600 GPM.
PP5 (Play Structure) Required to run at 220 GPM based on required flows of play structure items and design flow of the pump. Observed 210 GPM.
PP6 (Feature) Required to run at 240 GPM based on required flow rating of feature and design flow of pump. Observed 220 GPM.
PP7 (Waterslide) Required to run between 300 - 500 GPM based on required flow of feature and design flow of pump. Observed 475 GPM.
PP8 (Channel Pump) Required at 1160 based on design flow of the pump. Observed 1150 GPM.
Backwash must be done between 359 - 478 GPM based on requirements of the filter. Observed 475 GPM.
Issues from previous inspection corrected.
Pool Width - 47.5 ft. Rope Length - 50 ft. Max Depth - 3 ft. 6 in.
Permit issued.
Paper permit will be on our website, Meckpools.Charmeck.org in 3-5 business days.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “NORTHERN REGIONAL RECREATION CENTER - LEISURE POOL” or State ID 2060570018). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.