Columbus, Muscogee County

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Columbus Fort Benning

3201 MACON RD STE A COLUMBUS, GA 31906

Pool
Latest score
70
Oct 15, 2025
City
Columbus
County
Muscogee
Inspections
13

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

Georgia inspection history is score-based, with violations grouped under each recorded inspection.

Oct 15, 2025

Routine

Score: 707 violations

2 - self-closing / self-latching gates

Regulation: 511-3-5-.18(11)(h) - (h) access gates shall also comply with the requirements of this rule and shall be equipped to accommodate a locking device. barrier gates shall open away from the pool in facilities constructed after adoption of this chapter. pedestrian access gates

15 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed access gate not self-closing. Access gates shall also comply with the requirements of this Rule and shall be equipped to accommodate a locking device. Barrier gates shall open away from the pool in facilities constructed after adoption of this chapter. Pedestrian access gates shall be self-closing and have a self-latching device. Gates other than pedestrian access gates shall have a self-latching device. Where the release mechanism of the self latching device is located less than fifty-four inches from the bottom of the gate, 1. The release mechanism shall be located on the pool side of the gate at least three inches below the top of the gate and 2. Any openings in the gate or barrier located within eighteen inches of the release mechanism shall be less than one-half inch. 3. Mechanisms controlled by an access card reader, key entry device or keypad shall be located on the outside of the access gate. Item must be corrected upon re-inspection.

7 - ph between 7.2 and 7.8

Regulation: 511-3-5-.23(5)(b) - (b) during operation, the ph is less than the minimum or more than the maximum levels allowed in dph rule 511-3-5-.l7.

15 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed pH reading below 7.0. pH must range from 7.2 to 7.8. Item must be corrected upon re-inspection.

11 - appropriate lifesaving equipment present

Regulation: 511-3-5-.18(10)(a) - (a) a light, strong pole not less than twelve feet long including body hook.

15 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed pole with a body hook that is not permanently attached. All public swimming pools shall have lifesaving equipment conspicuously and conveniently on hand at all times. Lifesaving equipment for special purpose pools may be exempted from this requirement or the requirements will be provided as deemed necessary by Health Authority. The following will be provided: A light, strong pole not less than twelve feet long including body hook. Item must be corrected before re-inspection.

19 - adequate turnover rate

Regulation: 511-3-5-.07(1)(a) - (a) the equipment for a swimming pool shall be of adequate size to turn over the entire pool water capacity. the turnover rate for pools constructed after the adoption of this chapter shall not exceed the sum of one and one-half times the average wat

5 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed flow meter reading around 20 GPM. The minimum flow rate for this pool to achieve an 8-hour turnover rate is 68 GPM. The equipment for a swimming pool shall be of adequate size to turn over the entire pool water capacity. The turnover rate for pools constructed after the adoption of this chapter shall not exceed the sum of one and one-half times the average water depth in feet; where the number of hours is equal to the number feet calculated, or exceed once every six hours whichever is less. Unless the rate is otherwise specified in subsection (b) below. This system shall be designed to give the proper turnover rate based on the manufacturer's recommended maximum pressure flow of the filter in dirty media condition of the filter, immediately prior to cleaning the filter. Item shall be corrected upon re-inspection.

36 - daily recordkeeping: water testing and self inspection performed

Regulation: 511-3-5-.22(9) - (9) water testing frequency. the trained operator or responsible person shall collect water samples from the water in the pool for monitoring. an in-line sampling port may be used for water held in reservoirs. the water quality testing frequency shal

5 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed pool testing records showing testing less often than what is required by the chapter. The trained operator or responsible person shall collect water samples from the water in the pool for monitoring. An in-line sampling port may be used for water held in reservoirs. The water quality testing frequency shall be as follows: (a) For pools, free available chlorine or total bromine and pH shall be tested a minimum of two times daily during the hours of operation. (b) Total alkalinity shall be tested weekly and calcium hardness shall be tested monthly. (c) If stabilized chlorine is used as the primary disinfectant, the operator shall test cyanuric acid every two weeks. Otherwise, cyanuric acid shall be tested monthly. Cyanuric acid shall be tested twenty-four hours after addition to the water. (d) For spas and hot water venues, free available chlorine, total bromine, pH and water temperature shall be tested prior to opening and recorded every four hours. (e) In-line oxidation reduction potential readings (if applicable) shall be recorded at the same time the free available chlorine or total bromine and pH tests are performed. (f) If in-line electrolytic chlorinators are used, salt levels shall be tested at least weekly or per manufacturer’s instructions. Item must be corrected upon re-inspection.

17 - skimmers/gutters maintained and operable

Regulation: 511-3-5-.11(3)(d) - (d) each skimmer shall have a weir that adjusts automatically to variations in water level over a minimum range of four inches.

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed two skimmers lacking a weir. Rule: Each skimmer shall have a weir that adjusts automatically to variations in water level over a minimum range of four inches. Item must be corrected upon re-inspection.

37 - other violations of the chapter

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed total alkalinity at 30 ppm. Total alkalinity shall be between 60-180ppm. Item must be corrected upon re-inspection.

Sep 24, 2025

Routine

Score: 961 violation

17 - skimmers/gutters maintained and operable

Regulation: 511-3-5-.11(3)(d) - (d) each skimmer shall have a weir that adjusts automatically to variations in water level over a minimum range of four inches.

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed two skimmers lacking a weir. Rule: Each skimmer shall have a weir that adjusts automatically to variations in water level over a minimum range of four inches. Item must be corrected within 30 days.

Aug 19, 2025

Permit/Opening

Score: 1000 violations
No violations recorded for this inspection.

Oct 8, 2024

Routine

Score: 813 violations

6 - proper disinfectant level

Regulation: 511-3-5-.23(5)(a) - (a) during operation, disinfectant levels are less than the minimum level specified in dph rule 511-3-5-.17. if the level of the disinfectant used is not specified in dph rule 511-3-5-.17, the disinfectant must be approved and kept at levels determin

15 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed free chlorine reading at 1.4 ppm. Free Chlorine level in pools using cyanuric acid or a stabilized chlorine product shall be between 2.0ppm and 10.0ppm.

7 - ph between 7.2 and 7.8

Regulation: 511-3-5-.23(5)(b) - (b) during operation, the ph is less than the minimum or more than the maximum levels allowed in dph rule 511-3-5-.l7.

15 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed pH reading at 8.0. pH must range from 7.2 to 7.8.

17 - skimmers/gutters maintained and operable

Regulation: 511-3-5-.11(3)(d) - (d) each skimmer shall have a weir that adjusts automatically to variations in water level over a minimum range of four inches.

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed one skimmer in deep end missing a weir gate. Each skimmer shall have a weir that adjusts automatically to variations in water level over a minimum range of four inches.

Jul 31, 2024

Re-inspection

Score: 1000 violations
No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jul 19, 2024

Re-inspection

Score: 851 violation

6 - proper disinfectant level

Regulation: .17((1)(c) - proper disinfectant level

15 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed free chlorine reading at 1.2 ppm. Free Chlorine level in pools using cyanuric acid or a stabilized chlorine product shall be between 2.0ppm and 10.0ppm.

Jul 10, 2024

Routine

Score: 851 violation

6 - proper disinfectant level

Regulation: .17(1)(a)(b) - proper disinfectant level

15 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed free chlorine reading at 0.2 ppm. Free Chlorine level in pools not using cyanuric acid or a stabilized chlorine product shall be between 1.0ppm and 10.0ppm.

May 23, 2024

Re-inspection

Score: 1000 violations
No violations recorded for this inspection.

May 1, 2024

Permit/Opening

Score: 803 violations

6 - proper disinfectant level

Regulation: .17((1)(c) - proper disinfectant level

15 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed free chlorine reading at 0.6ppm. Free Chlorine level in pools using cyanuric acid or a stabilized chlorine product shall be between 2.0ppm and 10.0ppm.

7 - ph between 7.2 and 7.8

Regulation: 511-3-5-.17(2) - (2) chemical values: ph

15 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed pH reading at 7.0. pH must range from 7.2 to 7.8.

18 - combined chlorine level 0.4 ppm or less

Regulation: 511-3-5-.17(1) - (1) disinfectant levels (a) free chlorine, ppm in pools not using cyanuric acid or a stabilized chlorine compound use (b),1.-5.

5 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed combined chlorine reading at 1.0ppm. Combined chlorine must range from 0ppm to 0.4ppm.

Aug 25, 2023

Re-inspection

Score: 951 violation

18 - combined chlorine level 0.4 ppm or less

Regulation: 511-3-5-.17(1) - (1) disinfectant levels (a) free chlorine, ppm in pools not using cyanuric acid or a stabilized chlorine compound use (b),1.-5.

5 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed combined chlorine reading at 1.2. Combined chlorine must range from 0 to 0.4.

Aug 24, 2023

Re-inspection

Score: 802 violations

7 - ph between 7.2 and 7.8

Regulation: 511-3-5-.17(2) - (2) chemical values: ph

15 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed pH reading at 7.0. pH must range from 7.2 to 7.8.

18 - combined chlorine level 0.4 ppm or less

Regulation: 511-3-5-.17(1) - (1) disinfectant levels (a) free chlorine, ppm in pools not using cyanuric acid or a stabilized chlorine compound use (b),1.-5.

5 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed combined chlorine reading at 1.0. Combined chlorine must range from 0 to 0.4.

Aug 21, 2023

Routine

Score: 802 violations

6 - proper disinfectant level

Regulation: .17((1)(c) - proper disinfectant level

15 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed free chlorine reading at 0.2ppm. Free Chlorine level in pools using cyanuric acid or a stabilized chlorine product shall be between 2.0 and 10.0.

28 - flow meter: appropriate range and location

Regulation: 511-3-5-.07(4)(b) - (b) a flow meter measuring the rate of flow through the filter system with an appropriate range readable in gallons per minute (gpm) and accurate within ten percent actual flow shall be provided. the flow indicator shall be capable of measuring from

5 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed flow meter not working. A flow meter measuring the rate of flow through the filter system with an appropriate range readable in gallons per minute (GPM) and accurate within ten percent actual flow shall be provided. The flow indicator shall be capable of measuring from one-half to at least one and one-half times the design flow rate. The gauge shall be located after the filtering equipment and in such location on the return line, so as to measure the total amount of water returning to the pool according to the manufacturer’s installation specifications. Person in charge fixed flow meter. Flow meter was reading 85 after person in charge fixed the flow meter.

May 19, 2023

Permit/Opening

Score: 1000 violations
No violations recorded for this inspection.