Americinn Lodge & Suites, Whirl Pool
3300 E MAIN ST, Merrill, WI 54452 · Lincoln County
Establishment
- Type
- Pool / recreational water (Pool - Moderate)
- Inspected by
- Lincoln County Health Department
- License / ID
- HSAT-7QWRVZ
- Status
- Permitted
- Phone
- (715) 536-7979
- Official record
- Lincoln County Health Department inspection reports
Year by year
| Year | Inspections | Violations | Serious |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 13 | 3 |
| 2024 | 1 | 4 | 2 |
| 2023 | 1 | 9 | 4 |
Inspections
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Jan 16, 2026 Re-inspection · 2 non-critical, 2 repeat
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
POOL EQUIPMENT-PROPERLY MAINTAINED
Excessive corrosion observed on pipes in pool equipment room.
Correction: Maintain the pool equipment / pipes and ventilation within the pool area.
Code ATCP 76.33(1)(e)3. - MAINTENANCE OF POOL EQPT
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
POOL EQUIPMENT-REPAIRED AS NECESSARY
Several leaks observed in the pool equipment room.
Correction: Contact a reputable pool company and/or plumber to address / repair the leaks in the pool equipment room. Send verification of repairs to inspector by February 8, 2026. An extension may be requested in writing prior to the deadline with verification that a plan for repair is in process.
Code ATCP 76.33(1)(e)4. - EQPT REPAIRED AS NEEDED
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
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Jan 8, 2026 Routine · 3 critical, 7 non-critical, 1 repeat
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Not serious
Non-critical
FLOWMETER, VALVE, OR GAUGE NOT MAINTAINED
The flowmeter is not being maintained in operating condition and is stuck around 75 GPM.
Correction: Adjust or repair the flowmeter.
Code ATCP 76.11(5)(a) - FLOWMETER, VALVE, GAUGE NOT MAINTAINED
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Not serious
Non-critical
ALKALINITY
The total alkalinity is 44 ppm.
Correction: Maintain the total alkalinity of the water between 60 and 180 ppm as calcium carbonate or be able to demonstrate to the department or its agent that another level of total alkalinity produces chemically balanced water.
Code ATCP 76.14(5)(d) - ALKALINITY
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
POSTING SIGNAGE- NO PROLONGED BREATH HOLDING
Signage or other communication warning against prolonged breath-holding is not posted or otherwise provided.
Correction: Provide signage or provide other communication warning against prolonged breath holding.
Code ATCP 76.29(1)(f) - NO PROLONGED BREATH HOLDING
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Not serious
Non-critical
FILES MAINTAINED PERMANENT-VGBA DRAIN COVER DOCUMENTATION
The Virginia Graeme Baker Act main drain and equalizer cover replacement receipts or similar documentation was not permanently maintained on premises.
Correction: Maintain Virginia Graeme Baker Act main drain and equalizer cover replacement receipts or similar documentation on the premises.
Code ATCP 76.32(3)(a)9. - VGBA DRAIN COVER
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Not serious
Non-critical
POOL EQUIPMENT-PROPERLY MAINTAINED
Excessive corrosion observed on pipes in pool equipment room.
Correction: Maintain the pool equipment / pipes and ventilation within the pool area.
Code ATCP 76.33(1)(e)3. - MAINTENANCE OF POOL EQPT
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Not serious
Non-critical
POOL EQUIPMENT-REPAIRED AS NECESSARY
Several leaks observed in the pool equipment room.
Correction: Contact a reputable pool company and/or plumber to address / repair the leaks in the pool equipment room. Send verification of repairs to inspector by February 8, 2026. An extension may be requested in writing prior to the deadline with verification that a plan for repair is in process.
Code ATCP 76.33(1)(e)4. - EQPT REPAIRED AS NEEDED
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Not serious
Non-critical
POOL EQUIPMENT-REPAIRED AS NECESSARY
The left rail entering the wirlpool is not secure.
Correction: Repair / tighten rail.
Code ATCP 76.33(1)(e)4. - EQPT REPAIRED AS NEEDED
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Not serious
Non-critical
VGBA-DRAIN COVER INFO-DOCUMENTS-DRAIN COVER LOG PRESENT
The operator does not have a log that can be used to evaluate the drain covers, and there is no alternative form of proof available about drain cover replacement.
Correction: Maintain a log that can be used to evaluate the drain covers, or keep receipts or affidavits that show make and model of drain cover.
Code ATCP 76.38(2)(a) - DRAIN COVER LOG
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Serious
Critical
CHEMICAL STORAGE LOCATION
Chlorine and Acid are not stored in a locked area away from incompatible chemicals.
Correction: Store all chemicals in clean, dry, well-ventilated, locked area away from flammables, incompatible chemicals and heat sources.
Code ATCP 76.12 (2)(b) - CHEMICAL STORAGE LOCATION
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Serious
Critical
CHEMICAL STORAGE, SEPARATION OF OXIDIZERS AND ACIDS
Chlorine is not stored separately from acid.
Correction: Store oxidizers separately from acids.
Code ATCP 76.12 (2)(c) - CHEMICAL SEPARATION OXIDIZERS, ACIDS
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Serious
Critical
FREE OF CHEMICAL, PHYSICAL, AND MICROBIAL SUBSTANCES
Combined chlorine levels are excessive and poses the risk of eye or lung irritation.
Correction: Close the pool until the water is free of chemical, physical, and microbial substances known to be, or suspected of being, capable of creating toxic reactions or skin or membrane irritations.
Code ATCP 76.16 (1) - WATER FREE OF PHYSICAL, MICROBIAL
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Not serious
Non-critical
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Dec 12, 2024 Routine · 2 critical, 2 non-critical
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Not serious
Non-critical
POSTING SIGNAGE-SUPERVISION OF CHILDREN
At a non-lifeguarded pool, no signage stating that children under 12 must be supervised is present.
Correction: Post signage stating that children under 12 must be supervised.
Code ATCP 76.29(1)(c) - SUPERVISE CHILDREN
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Not serious
Non-critical
POSTING SIGNAGE- NO PROLONGED BREATH HOLDING
Signage or other communication warning against prolonged breath-holding is not posted or otherwise provided.
Correction: Provide signage or provide other communication warning against prolonged breath holding.
Code ATCP 76.29(1)(f) - NO PROLONGED BREATH HOLDING
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Serious
Critical
Corrected on site
PH
The pH is 8.0. Corrected to 7.7
Correction: Maintain the pH at 7.2 to 7.8. Note: *it is strongly encouraged to use a pH meter with an accuracy greater than 0.1 or better.
Code ATCP 76.14(5)(c) - PH
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Serious
Critical
Corrected on site
MAXIMUM CHLORINE
The maximum chlorine residual exceeds 10 ppm. 10.3ppm recorded. Corrected during inspection.
Correction: Close the pool until the chlorine residual is in compliance with ATCP 76.14 Table A.
Code ATCP 76.14(5)(f) - MAXIMUM FREE CHLORINE
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Not serious
Non-critical
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Dec 18, 2023 Routine · 4 critical, 5 non-critical
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Not serious
Non-critical
RECIRCULATION (TURNOVER) RATE NOT MET
The recirculation (turnover) rate has not been met. 1.11 hours
Correction: Immediately adjust or repair equipment to operate at a proper turnover rate 0.5 hours.
Code ATCP 76.11(4)(c) - RECIRCULATION RATE
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Not serious
Non-critical
FLOWMETER, VALVE, OR GAUGE NOT MAINTAINED
The flowmeter may not be working. Appears to be stuck at 42 GPM
Correction: Adjust or repair the flowmeter.
Code ATCP 76.11(5)(a) - FLOWMETER, VALVE, GAUGE NOT MAINTAINED
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Not serious
Non-critical
COMBINED CHLORINE PLAN PRESENT
Combined Chlorine plan not present.
Correction: Inspector will send template to be completed by operator.
Code ATCP 76.14(5)(e)1. - PLAN PRESENT
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Not serious
Non-critical
REAGENTS REPLACED
Test kit reagents not replaced as recommended by the manufacturer. Most reagants are expired.
Correction: Discard expired reagents. Replace test kit reagents as recommended by the manufacturer.
Code ATCP 76.17 (2)(b) - REAGENTS REPLACED
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Not serious
Non-critical
VGBA DRAIN COVER INFO-LIFESPAN
The VGBA log or other proof does not indicate drain cover life span.
Correction: Indicate in the log the drain cover life span. Replace Covers if expired. The operator must log daily inspection of the drain cover to ensure no cracks, breaks, missing screws or other visible damage or defects are observed. If any damage is observed, the poolmust be closed imediately.
Code ATCP 76.38(2)(b)4. - LIFESPAN
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Serious
Critical
CHEMICAL STORAGE ACCESS RESTRICTED
Chemical storage area access not restricted to authorized personnel. Outdoor storage shed is not locked.
Correction: Restrict access to chemical storage area to only authorized personnel.
Code ATCP 76.12 (2)(d) - ACCESS RESTRICTED
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Serious
Critical
MINIMUM DISINFECTANT RESIDUAL
Minimum disinfectant or sanitizer level is 3ppm for hot tub chlorine. Chlorine is at 2.60
Correction: Close the pool until disinfectant level is in compliance with ATCP 76.14 Table A.
Code ATCP 76.14(5)(a) - MINIMUM DISINFECTANT RESIDUAL
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Serious
Critical
SPINE BOARD
Spine board is missing the head immobilizer.
Correction: Provide a spine board in good condition and with head immobilizer.
Code ATCP 76.26(1)(d) - SPINE BOARD
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Serious
Critical
TELEPHONE ACCESSIBLE
A telephone or other approved communication technology capable of connecting to emergency services is not working or not present. Phone automatically connects to the front desk which is not always staffed.
Correction: Provide a working telephone or other technology capable of connecting with emergency services.
Code ATCP 76.26(2)(a) - TELEPHONE ACCESSIBLE
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Not serious
Non-critical
Source: Lincoln County Health Department. History last read Oct 15, 2026. Violation text is the inspector's wording. “Serious” is the source's own top tier. About this data.