Scottdale, DeKalb County

THE AVENUES OF NORTH DECATUR

645 DEKALB INDUSTRIAL WAY DECATUR, GA 30033

Pool
Latest score
95
May 21, 2026
City
Scottdale
County
DeKalb
Inspections
9

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 21, 2026

Permit/Opening

Score: 951 violation

19 - adequate turnover rate

5 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

13-190(a) The equipment shall be operated continuously on a 24 hour basis to obtain minimum required number of one every 6 hours. Turnover rate reading at 80, should be 97.

May 19, 2026

Permit/Opening

Score: 902 violations

14 - vacuum line protected

5 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed vacuum line not cut/capped in equipment pump room. Vacuum lines are prohibited in DeKalb. Must be cut/capped in the equipment room and sealed in the pool.

19 - adequate turnover rate

5 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

13-190(a) The equipment shall be operated continuously on a 24 hour basis to obtain minimum required number of one every 6 hours. Turnover rate reading at 80, should be 97.

Aug 12, 2025

Routine

Score: 912 violations

36 - daily recordkeeping: water testing and self inspection performed

5 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

13-202(c) Each pool operator shall maintain and make available for inspection onsite upon request a daily record of operating information, together with other data as may be required for each pool relative to operation of the pool.

17 - skimmers/gutters maintained and operable

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

13-190(a): All circulation components shall function properly and be maintained in clean condition.

Jul 23, 2025

Permit/Opening

Score: 953 violations

19 - adequate turnover rate

5 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

13-190(a) The equipment shall be operated continuously on a 24 hour basis to obtain minimum required number of one every 6 hours. Turnover rate reading at 95, should be 97.

36 - daily recordkeeping: water testing and self inspection performed

5 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

13-202(c) Each pool operator shall maintain and make available for inspection onsite upon request a daily record of operating information, together with other data as may be required for each pool relative to operation of the pool.

17 - skimmers/gutters maintained and operable

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

13-190(a): All circulation components shall function properly and be maintained in clean condition. Observed 1 skimmer clogged.

Jun 25, 2025

Permit/Opening

Score: 904 violations

36 - daily recordkeeping: water testing and self inspection performed

5 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

13-202(c) Each pool operator shall maintain and make available for inspection onsite upon request a daily record of operating information, together with other data as may be required for each pool relative to operation of the pool. Observed log books were not available. Maintenance Supervisor stated pool company kept logs with them.

17 - skimmers/gutters maintained and operable

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

13-190(a): All circulation components shall function properly and be maintained in clean condition. Observed 1 skimmer clogged. Maintenance manager unsuccessfully attempted to unclog with vacuum. *Imminent health hazard. Pool to remain closed.

37 - other violations of the chapter

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

13-189(a)(5)-Observed pool surface has some sediment, dirt and debris. Discussed with Maintenance Supervisor that all pools shall be kept free from sediment, dirt or debris by frequent brushing and vacuuming of the bottom and sidewalls. Visible scum shall be removed immediately.

37 - other violations of the chapter

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

13-202(k): Each pool shall be supplied with a first-aid kit equipped to treat 15 people. Observed first-aid kit needing to be replenished.

May 27, 2025

Permit/Opening

Score: 816 violations

2 - self-closing / self-latching gates

15 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

13-202(a)(2)Entrance gate must be able to self-close when opened 4 inches or more, as measured from the gate latch to the latching mechanism. Observation: The entry gate was observed not to be self-closing. Additionally, the latching mechanism was not in good repair Action Required: Repair or replace gate hardware to ensure the gate reliably self-closes and the latch functions properly

5 - emergency phone operational and accessible

15 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

13-202(g) An operable, hard-wired, weatherproof telephone with direct 911 access or capability shall be readily available at all times within the pool enclosure in a conspicuous location. Cell phones do not meet this requirement.

Observation: The emergency phone was found to be operable; however, sound quality was poor, and the operator was unable to hear clearly during use.

Action Required: Repair or replace the emergency phone to ensure clear, reliable communication with emergency services. Confirm that the device remains hard-wired, weatherproof, and accessible at all times within the pool enclosure.

5 - emergency phone operational and accessible

15 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

13-202(h) The telephone number of the pool operator, manager, and the Health Department shall be posted at the pool telephone. Observation: the required phone numbers were not posted at the pool telephone. Action Required: Post the phone numbers of the pool operator, manager, and Health Department at the pool telephone to ensure they are readily available in case of emergency

6 - proper disinfectant level

15 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

13-189(c)(1) A free chlorine residual shall be maintained at no less than 3ppm. Observed chlorine residual at 2ppm.

29 - toilets & lavatories: clean, maintained, and stocked

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

13-184(e)(5) Bathroom facilities must be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition. Observation: The bathroom was observed to be unclean at the time of inspection Action Required: Clean and disinfect the bathroom immediately.

34 - inspection report placed in public view

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

13-187(c) The current inspection report shall be in a conspicuous place where it is easily readable by the public at all times upon entry into the pool area. The current inspection report shall be posted in a conspicuous location where it is easily readable by the public at all times upon entry into the pool area. Observation: The previous inspection report was not posted Action Required: Post the most recent inspection report in a clearly visible and accessible location

May 24, 2024

Permit/Opening

Score: 991 violation

37 - other violations of the chapter

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

13-189(a)(5)-Observed pool surface has some sediment, dirt and debris.

Discussed with the person in charge that all pools shall be kept free from sediment, dirt or debris by frequent brushing and vacuuming of the bottom and sidewalls. Visible scum shall be removed immediately.

May 15, 2024

Permit/Opening

Score: 776 violations

4 - water clarity: main drains clearly visible

15 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

13-189(c)(6) At all times when a pool is in use, the water shall be of such clarity that the main drains on the bottom of the pool at the deepest point are clearly visable from the deck. The viewer shall be able to clearly distinguish between the type, shape and number of openings of the main drain grates or covers. Observed pool water dark green and not clearly visible.

6 - proper disinfectant level

15 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

13-189(c)(1) A free chlorine residual shall be maintained at no less than 3ppm. Chlorine for pool read at .78ppm

7 - ph between 7.2 and 7.8

15 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

13-189(c)(6) At all times when a pool is in use, the water shall be of such clarity that the main drains on the bottom of the pool at the deepest point are clearly visable from the deck. The viewer shall be able to clearly distinguish between the type, shape and number of openings of the main drain grates or covers. Observed pool water dark green and not clearly visible.

19 - adequate turnover rate

5 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

13-190(a) The equipment shall be operated continuously on a 24 hour basis to obtain minimum required number of 4 turnovers per day or one every 6 hours. Turnover rate reading at 90, below the required turnover rate.

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

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

13-202(m) Rules must contain at a minimum the 12 statements in the pool code on page 42) Observed pool rules missing: no solo bathing, bather load, and hours of operation.

37 - other violations of the chapter

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

13-202(i) Pool shall have in place a departmentally approved EAP. Observed no EAP for pool facility.

Aug 23, 2023

Permit/Opening

Score: 6515 violations

4 - water clarity: main drains clearly visible

15 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

13-189(c)(6) At all times when a pool is in use, the water shall be of such clarity that the main drains on the bottom of the pool at the deepest point are clearly visable from the deck. The viewer shall be able to clearly distinguish between the type, shape and number of openings of the main drain grates or covers. Observed pool water dark green and not clearly visible.

5 - emergency phone operational and accessible

15 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

13-202(g) An operable, hard-wired, weatherproof telephone, with a direct access to or capability installed in a conspicuous location shall be readily available at all times within pool enclosure. (no cellphones). Observed emergency phone not operational.

7 - ph between 7.2 and 7.8

15 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

13-189(c)(1) The pool shall be maintained in an alkaline condition at all times with a pH level between 7.2-7.8. Observed pH reading below required level (6.7).

28 - flow meter: appropriate range and location

5 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

13-190(a) the equipment shall be operated continuously on a twenty-four-hour basis to obtain the minimum required number of four turnovers per day or on turnover every six hours. Observed flow meter not operational.

36 - daily recordkeeping: water testing and self inspection performed

5 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

13-202(c) Each pool operator shall maintain and make available for inspection onsite upon request a daily record of operating information, together with other data as may be required for each pool relative to operation of the pool. Observed record keeping not available.

17 - skimmers/gutters maintained and operable

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

13-196(a)(4) Each skimmer shall have a properly designed and operating weir or other departmentally approved means of providing effective skimming. Observed skimmers uncleaned and not functioning properly.

16 - pool deck: maintained, unobstructed and clean

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

13-188(h)(3) The required deck shall be unobstructed in all directions and shall be contracted at the same elevation as the outside edge of the coping. Observed several items obstructing the entrance to the pool.

25 - pump strainer: basket cleanable

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

13-190(a) Pumps shall function properly and be maintained in a clean condition. Observed pump unclean and in poor condition.

37 - other violations of the chapter

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

13-189(3) Only chemicals approved by the EPA and by the department shall be used. Observed chemicals used for pool out of date, reading from 2018

37 - other violations of the chapter

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

13-198(a)The equipment room or additional enclosure and any storage area used for pool supplies, additional equipment, or chemicals shall be kept clean, safe and adequately lighted. Observed equipment room in poor condition.

37 - other violations of the chapter

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

13-188(h)(9) A minimum of 1 covered and lined trash receptacle shall be provided and placed in a convenient location in the pool area. Observed trash cans not covered.

37 - other violations of the chapter

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

13-202(i) Each pool facility shall have in place a departmentally approved EAP. Observed no EAP plan in place.

37 - other violations of the chapter

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

13-202(k) Each pool shall be supplied with a readily available first aid kit equipped to treat at least 15 people and that meets OSHA requirements for that size kit. Container shall be durable and weather-resistant and kept supplied and ready to use. Observed First Aid kit empty.

34 - inspection report placed in public view

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

13-187(c) The current inspection report shall be in a conspicuous place where it is easily readable by the public at all times upon entry into the pool area. Observed previous inspection report not posted.

37 - other violations of the chapter

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

13-196(a) the actual water level shall be maintained within the operation water level range of the systems' skimmer weir device or gutter rim. Observed water levels too low in pool.