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Locality
GAFL
Kingsland, Camden County

Hawthorn Suites Kingsland

1323 E KING AVE KINGSLAND, GA 31548

Pool
Latest score
82
May 22, 2026
City
Kingsland
County
Camden
Inspections
11

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

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

May 22, 2026

Re-inspection

Score: 823 violations
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5 - emergency phone operational and accessible

Regulation: 511-3-5-.18(10)(c ) - (c) an operable, hard-wired, conventional telephone line or continuous powered source, weatherproof emergency phone shall be permanently installed in a conspicuous location within the pool enclosure and must be readily available to bathers at all tim

15 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

At the beginning of the inspection, the emergency phone had no dial tone (there appeared to be no power to the phone). COS: An employee worked on the phone / phone connection and was able to restore functionality to the phone. The phone was tested and proved capable of connecting to 9-1-1.

22 - signs: peak occupancy/pool/spa/signs legible and in clearview

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

At time of inspection, the following signs are missing: Spa rules (min. 1" lettering; Violation of Code: [511-3-5-.18(13)(b)]) and occupancy (bather load)(Violation of Code: [511-3-5-.18(13)(c)]). PIC states the signs will be posted ASAP.

37 - other violations of the chapter

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

At time of inspection, observed chipped/worn areas in the marcite on the walls and floor of the spa. The spa will need resurfacing before next season.

May 5, 2026

Permit/Opening

Score: 834 violations
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1 - barrier: pool enclosed/fencing in compliance

Regulation: 511-3-5-.23(5)(g) - (g) failure to provide and maintain a barrier to inhibit unauthorized access to the outdoor facility when required.

15 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

At time of inspection, observed that there is no fence/gate blocking people from walking around the far side of the building to access the pool and spa. The original fencing was removed when the space was opened/connected to the Wingate by Wyndham (same owner). The pool and spa must be completely enclosed by a barrier.

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

At time of inspection, the gate from the pool to the parking lot is not self-closing or self-latching. Ensure that all gates automatically swing closed and latch each time (without having to lift up on or manipulate the gate to get it to close). PIC locked this gate, until it can be fixed.

5 - emergency phone operational and accessible

Regulation: 511-3-5-.18(10)(c ) - (c) an operable, hard-wired, conventional telephone line or continuous powered source, weatherproof emergency phone shall be permanently installed in a conspicuous location within the pool enclosure and must be readily available to bathers at all tim

15 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

At time of inspection, the emergency phone is not operational. Fix/replace the emergency phone and ensure that it is fully functional.

22 - signs: peak occupancy/pool/spa/signs legible and in clearview

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

At time of inspection, the following signs are missing: Spa rules (min. 1" lettering; Violation of Code: [511-3-5-.18(13)(b)]) and occupancy (bather load)(Violation of Code: [511-3-5-.18(13)(c)]). Acquire the signs and post.

Dec 17, 2025

Re-inspection

Score: 785 violations
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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

Free chlorine 0.24 ppm (must be 3.00-10.00 ppm). CPO will adjust. Chlorinator turned up.

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

pH at 8.4 (must be 7.2-7.8). CPO will adjust.

21 - cyanuric acid level not exceeding maximum

Regulation: 511-3-5-.17(4) - (4) stabilizer (if used) cyanuric acid,ppm ideal: 30-50 maximum: 90 comments: if stabilizer is: too high: - may reduce chlorine efficacy too low: - chlorine residual rapidly destroyed by sunlight note: stabilizer is not needed in indoor or br

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

CYA at 125 ppm (must be 90 ppm or less). CPO will gradually drain & add water.

22 - signs: peak occupancy/pool/spa/signs legible and in clearview

Regulation: 511-3-5-.18(13)(a) - (13) warning signs for spas. signs shall be provided as follows: (a) signage which states safety, emergency and operational aspects of the spa, shall be prominently located near the spa.

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Spa rules sign missing. PIC states sign ordered, has not yet arrived.

37 - other violations of the chapter

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Numerous chipped areas in the marcite in the spa. The spa needs resurfacing in the near future.

Dec 9, 2025

Re-inspection

Score: 785 violations
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6 - proper disinfectant level

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

15 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

At time of inspection, the free chlorine (FCL) level registered at 13.64 ppm (FCL for spas must be within the range of 3.00 - 10.00 ppm). CPO will drain some water and adjust the chlorinator, to ensure that the FCL level is within the acceptable range. The spa must remain closed, until all critical violations have been corrected AND the spa has passed 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: Yes

At time of inspection, the pH registered at 8.1 (pH must be within 7.2-7.8). PIC will ask the CPO to adjust the pH to within range. The spa must remain closed, until all critical violations have been corrected AND the spa has passed re-inspection.

21 - cyanuric acid level not exceeding maximum

Regulation: 511-3-5-.17(4) - (4) stabilizer (if used) cyanuric acid,ppm ideal: 30-50 maximum: 90 comments: if stabilizer is: too high: - may reduce chlorine efficacy too low: - chlorine residual rapidly destroyed by sunlight note: stabilizer is not needed in indoor or br

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

At time of inspection, the cyanuric acid (CYA) level registered at 141 ppm (CYA must be 90 ppm or less). PIC will ask the CPO to gradually drain some water and add some fresh water, to ensure that the CYA level is below 90 ppm.

22 - signs: peak occupancy/pool/spa/signs legible and in clearview

Regulation: 511-3-5-.18(13)(b) - (b) warning signs for spas shall be in clear view of the spa and prominently displayed. signs shall state the spa's address, the location of the nearest telephone with references that emergency telephone numbers are posted at the location. these emer

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

At time of inspection, the "Spa Rules" sign is missing. Replace "Spa Rules" sign (lettering should be at least one inch high). PIC states she has ordered the sign and will have it posted as soon as it arrives.

37 - other violations of the chapter

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

At time of inspection, observed numerous chipped areas in the marcite in the spa. The spa needs resurfacing in near future.

Dec 2, 2025

Re-inspection

Score: 785 violations
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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

At time of inspection, the free chlorine level registered at 2.33 ppm (free chlorine for spas must be within 3.00-10.00 ppm). PIC will ask CPO to increase the chlorine output for the spa, ensuring that the free chlorine level is within 3.00-10.00 ppm. The spa must remain closed, until all critical violations have been corrected AND the spa has passed 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

At time of inspection, the pH registered at 8.3 (pH must be within 7.2-7.8). PIC will ask the CPO to adjust the pH T to within range. The spa must remain closed, until all critical violations have been corrected AND the spa has passed re-inspection.

21 - cyanuric acid level not exceeding maximum

Regulation: 511-3-5-.17(4) - (4) stabilizer (if used) cyanuric acid,ppm ideal: 30-50 maximum: 90 comments: if stabilizer is: too high: - may reduce chlorine efficacy too low: - chlorine residual rapidly destroyed by sunlight note: stabilizer is not needed in indoor or br

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

At time of inspection, the cyanuric acid (CYA) level registered at 142 ppm (CYA must be 90 ppm or less). PIC will ask the CPO to gradually drain some water and add some fresh water, to ensure that the CYA level is below 90 ppm.

22 - signs: peak occupancy/pool/spa/signs legible and in clearview

Regulation: 511-3-5-.18(13)(b) - (b) warning signs for spas shall be in clear view of the spa and prominently displayed. signs shall state the spa's address, the location of the nearest telephone with references that emergency telephone numbers are posted at the location. these emer

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

At time of inspection, the "Spa Rules" sign is missing. Replace "Spa Rules" sign (lettering should be at least one inch high). PIC states she is ordering the sign and will have it posted as soon as it arrives.

37 - other violations of the chapter

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

At time of inspection, observed numerous chipped areas in the marcite in the spa. The spa needs resurfacing in near future.

Oct 30, 2025

Permit/Opening

Score: 785 violations
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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

At time of inspection, the gate at the parking lot entrance to the pool area is not self-latching (during course of inspection, observed wind blowing gate back and forth). All gates must be self-closing and -latching. Repair/re-align gate, so that it is self-latching.

5 - emergency phone operational and accessible

Regulation: 511-3-5-.18(10)(c ) - (c) an operable, hard-wired, conventional telephone line or continuous powered source, weatherproof emergency phone shall be permanently installed in a conspicuous location within the pool enclosure and must be readily available to bathers at all tim

15 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

At time of inspection, the emergency phone is not operational (no sound or dial tone can be heard, as if there may be no power available to the phone). Repair/replace emergency phone, so that it is capable of connecting to emergency services (capable of dialing "9-1-1.")

21 - cyanuric acid level not exceeding maximum

Regulation: 511-3-5-.17(4) - (4) stabilizer (if used) cyanuric acid,ppm ideal: 30-50 maximum: 90 comments: if stabilizer is: too high: - may reduce chlorine efficacy too low: - chlorine residual rapidly destroyed by sunlight note: stabilizer is not needed in indoor or br

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

At time of inspection, the cyanuric acid (CYA) level registered at 299 ppm (CYA must be 90 ppm or less). CPO will drain some water and add some fresh water, until CYA is below 90 ppm.

22 - signs: peak occupancy/pool/spa/signs legible and in clearview

Regulation: 511-3-5-.18(13)(b) - (b) warning signs for spas shall be in clear view of the spa and prominently displayed. signs shall state the spa's address, the location of the nearest telephone with references that emergency telephone numbers are posted at the location. these emer

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

At time of inspection, the "Spa Rules" sign is missing. Replace "Spa Rules" sign (lettering should be at least one inch high).

37 - other violations of the chapter

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

At time of inspection, observed numerous chipped areas in the marcite in the spa. The spa needs resurfacing in near future.

Nov 22, 2024

Re-inspection

Score: 894 violations
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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: NoRepeat: Yes

At time of inspection, the flow meter still appears to be stuck. PIC has asked the CPO to replace the flow meter.

26 - gauge(s) in proper location; sight glass installed

Regulation: 511-3-5-.07(4)(a) - (a) a pressure or vacuum gauge or other means of indicating system condition shall be provided in the circulation system in an easily readable location.

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

At time of inspection, the pressure gauge is still completely faded and illegible. PIC has asked the CPO to replace the gauge.

22 - signs: peak occupancy/pool/spa/signs legible and in clearview

Regulation: 511-3-5-.18(13)(a) - (13) warning signs for spas. signs shall be provided as follows: (a) signage which states safety, emergency and operational aspects of the spa, shall be prominently located near the spa.

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

At time of inspection, the spa rules sign is still missing. PIC has contacted Jeff's Pool store and is in the process of acquiring the sign.

22 - signs: peak occupancy/pool/spa/signs legible and in clearview

Regulation: 511-3-5-.18(13)(c) - (c) a sign shall be posted stating the hours of operation in clear view near the entrance and shall state the theoretical peak occupancy.

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

At time of inspection, the peak occupancy sign is still missing. PIC has contacted Jeff's Pool store and is in the process of acquiring the sign.

Nov 21, 2024

Routine

Score: 745 violations
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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

At time of inspection, the pole and hook are missing. The PIC is in the process of acquiring a pole and hook. PIC closed the pool/spa area and placed a sign on the door (the gate is secure). The pool/spa area must remain closed, until a pole and hook are present, AND the pool has passed re-inspection.

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: NoRepeat: No

At time of inspection, the flow meter appears to be stuck. The flow meter must be repaired or replaced.

26 - gauge(s) in proper location; sight glass installed

Regulation: 511-3-5-.07(4)(a) - (a) a pressure or vacuum gauge or other means of indicating system condition shall be provided in the circulation system in an easily readable location.

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

At time of inspection, the pressure gauge is completely faded and illegible. The gauge must be replaced.

22 - signs: peak occupancy/pool/spa/signs legible and in clearview

Regulation: 511-3-5-.18(13)(a) - (13) warning signs for spas. signs shall be provided as follows: (a) signage which states safety, emergency and operational aspects of the spa, shall be prominently located near the spa.

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

At time of inspection, the spa rules sign is missing. PIC is in the process of acquiring the sign.

22 - signs: peak occupancy/pool/spa/signs legible and in clearview

Regulation: 511-3-5-.18(13)(c) - (c) a sign shall be posted stating the hours of operation in clear view near the entrance and shall state the theoretical peak occupancy.

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

At time of inspection, the peak occupancy sign is missing. The PIC is in the process of acquiring the sign.

Jun 20, 2024

Permit/Opening

Score: 942 violations
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21 - cyanuric acid level not exceeding maximum

Regulation: 511-3-5-.17(4) - (4) stabilizer (if used) cyanuric acid,ppm ideal: 30-50 maximum: 90 comments: if stabilizer is: too high: - may reduce chlorine efficacy too low: - chlorine residual rapidly destroyed by sunlight note: stabilizer is not needed in indoor or br

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

At time of inspection, cyanuric acid (CYA) level registered as "Hi" on the test kit. CYA must be 90 ppm or less. CPO will drain some water and add some fresh water.

22 - signs: peak occupancy/pool/spa/signs legible and in clearview

Regulation: 511-3-5-.18(13)(a) - (13) warning signs for spas. signs shall be provided as follows: (a) signage which states safety, emergency and operational aspects of the spa, shall be prominently located near the spa.

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

At time of inspection, observed lack of spa rules sign. PIC will order a sign and install ASAP. EHS sent email to PIC, detailing the requirements of the spa rules sign.

Nov 20, 2023

Re-inspection

Score: 1000 violations
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No violations recorded for this inspection.

Nov 15, 2023

Permit/Opening

Score: 832 violations
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5 - emergency phone operational and accessible

Regulation: 511-3-5-.18(10)(c ) - (c) an operable, hard-wired, conventional telephone line or continuous powered source, weatherproof emergency phone shall be permanently installed in a conspicuous location within the pool enclosure and must be readily available to bathers at all tim

15 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

At time of inspection, the emergency phone was non-operational (no dial tone / power). PIC contacted Hargray (phone service provider) and a technician will troubleshoot the phone ASAP.

22 - signs: peak occupancy/pool/spa/signs legible and in clearview

Regulation: 511-3-5-.18(13)(b) - (b) warning signs for spas shall be in clear view of the spa and prominently displayed. signs shall state the spa's address, the location of the nearest telephone with references that emergency telephone numbers are posted at the location. these emer

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

At time of inspection, observed the lack of spa warning sign in the pool/spa area. PIC stated the CPO had ordered the signs several days ago and will install them as soon as they arrive.