Edgecombe County Environmental Health

Public Swimming Pool Information

The term “public swimming pool” means an artificial body of water used by the public for swimming, diving, wading, recreation, or therapy. The term includes municipal, school, hotel, motel, apartment, athletic clubs, and other pools and spas.

We, as environmental health specialists, inspect public swimming pools, spas and wading pools once or twice a year depending on the specific permit. There are approximately 11 public pools in Edgecombe County. During the inspection, we check water chemistry and temperature; pool construction features such as fences, ladders, steps, decks, and lighting; pool circulation system; depth markers, diving markers; safety provisions such as signage, life saving equipment, and suction hazards.

If you are interested in becoming a poor operator, you may view/print an

Application for Public Swimming Pool Operation Permit