All of Washtenaw County's public swimming pools are inspected by the Department of Planning and Environment to ensure the pools are following State guidelines. Seasonal outdoor pools must pass an inspection before they are allowed to open, and year-round pools must pass yearly inspections to remain open. In addition, all public pool waters are sampled weekly to determine chlorine and bacteria levels. A public pool will be closed if it is not operating in compliance with state and local rules and regulations.

Swimming Pool Resources:

• 2008 Letter to Swimming Pools in Washtenaw County 

• Swimming Pool Pre-Opening Checklist - Use this list as a self-inspection prior to opening your pool. If you complete the self-inspection and all items are correct, your inspection should go smoothly.

• Safety Equipment Checklist - Use this list to make sure you have all of the required safety equipment.

• Common Pool Problems - These are the most common problems found at outdoor pools during 2007. Please take a moment to double check that these items are correct at your pool!

• Public Swimming Pool Rules - Rules and Regulations for Public Swimming Pools in Michiagn.

• Public Swimming Pool Inspection Report Form - The form that health inspectors use when inspecting your pool!

• Public Swimming Pool Monthly Operation Report Form - This is the form that you need to fill out daily and fax monthly to Washtenaw County Environmental Services at (734) 222-3930.

• Michigan Department of Environmental Quality - Links to public swimming pool rules, pool construction requirements, suggested practices for pool contamination and emergency response plans.

• National Swimming Pool Foundation - List of Certified Pool Operator (CPO) courses in Michigan.

• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - Healthy swimming tips.

• Fecal Accident Response Recommendations for Pool Staff - What to do when you find poop in the pool!