Comfort Inn
5810 SCHOFIELD AV, Weston, WI 54476 · Marathon County
Establishment
- Type
- Pool / recreational water (Pool - Simple)
- Inspected by
- Marathon County Health Department
- License / ID
- SBRN-CNDQEE
- Status
- Permitted
- Phone
- (701) 640-1371
- Official record
- Marathon County Health Department inspection reports
Year by year
| Year | Inspections | Violations | Serious |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 4 | 35 | 2 |
| 2024 | 4 | 71 | 24 |
| 2023 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Inspections
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Dec 10, 2025 Follow Up · 10 non-critical, 10 repeat
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
SKIMMERS MAINTAINED CLEAN
Skimmers not maintained clean. Various tupes of debris were present in both skimmers.
Correction: Maintain the skimmers in clean condition.
Code ATCP 76.11(2)(b) 1. - SKIMMERS CLEAN
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
COMBINED CHLORINE PLAN ACTION LEVEL
The combined chlorine plan does not include the combined chlorine action level.
Correction: Include the combined chlorine action level in the combined chlorine plan in addition the deck cleaning and disinfection schedule and product name is not present on the report.
Code ATCP 76.14(5)(e)2.a. - ACTION LEVEL LISTED
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
REAGENTS REPLACED
Test kit reagents not replaced as recommended by the manufacturer. The alkalinit and some of the chlorine tesing reagents 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
Repeat
COMBINED CHLORINE TEST
Chlorine is used and pool water is not tested at least twice a week for the combined chlorine level.
Correction: Test pool water at least twice a week for the combined chlorine level.
Code ATCP 76.18(1)(b) - WATER TESTED COMBINED CHLORINE,
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
WATER LEVEL-SKIMMERS MAINTAINED
Water level in a skimmer pool is not allowing for effective skimming. Water level too high.
Correction: Maintain the water level in the pool so that the skimmer weir is half submerged, or, in the case of a floating weir, used according to manufacturer's instructions.
Code ATCP 76.19(3)(a) - SKIMMERS MAINTAINED
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
FIRST AID KIT-ADHESIVE TAPE
The first aid kit is missing adhesive tape.
Correction: Provide adhesive tape for the first aid kit.
Code ATCP 76.27(1)(b)4. - ADHESIVE TAPE
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
EMERGENCY BLANKETS
Two emergency blankets in good condition are not available in the pool area.
Correction: Provide two emergency blankets in good condition in the pool area.
Code ATCP 76.27(3) - EMERGENCY BLANKETS
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
POOL DECK-INDOOR-DISINFECTED
Indoor pool deck area not disinfected at least weekly with disinfecting agents according to the manufacturer’s directions.
Correction: Disinfect indoor pool deck area at least weekly with disinfecting agents according to the manufacturer’s directions. Note: It is recommended to avoid the use of an ammonia-based disinfectant as this can contribute to an increased level of chloramines in the pool water, suggested using bleach.
Code ATCP 76.33(1)(b)2. - INDOOR DECK DISINFECTED
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
POOL EQUIPMENT-PROPERLY MAINTAINED
Air Duct vent in pool enclosure on wall shared with pool equipment room.
Correction: Maintain the pool equipment [Describe].
Code ATCP 76.33(1)(e)3. - MAINTENANCE OF POOL EQPT
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
AIR MOVEMENT
Heating, ventilation, and exhaust equipment not maintained and operated to provide air movement to prevent any excessive condensation. [DescribTwo dehumidifers are running within pool enclosure. Temperature is approximately 30-40 degrees F and condensation is already forming on exit door and along floor to wall juncture on the west side of pool.
Correction: Maintain heating, ventilation, and exhaust equipment to provide air movement to prevent any excessive condensation. A referral to building inspection department or fire department will be made.
Code ATCP 76.33(4)(b) - AIR MOVEMENT
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
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Nov 18, 2025 Routine · 12 non-critical, 2 repeat
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Not serious
Non-critical
Corrected on site
SKIMMER POOL RECIRCULATION FLOW
Proportion of water recirculating from skimmer and main drain was 50/50. Both valves were in the open position.
Correction: Adjust equipment so that proportion of water recirculating from skimmer and main drain is mostly from skimmer.
Code ATCP 76.11(2)(a) 2. b. - SKIMMER POOL RECIRCULATION FLOW
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
SKIMMERS MAINTAINED CLEAN
Skimmers not maintained clean. Various tupes of debris were present in both skimmers.
Correction: Maintain the skimmers in clean condition.
Code ATCP 76.11(2)(b) 1. - SKIMMERS CLEAN
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Not serious
Non-critical
COMBINED CHLORINE PLAN ACTION LEVEL
The combined chlorine plan does not include the combined chlorine action level.
Correction: Include the combined chlorine action level in the combined chlorine plan in addition the deck cleaning and disinfection schedule and product name is not present on the report.
Code ATCP 76.14(5)(e)2.a. - ACTION LEVEL LISTED
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Not serious
Non-critical
REAGENTS REPLACED
Test kit reagents not replaced as recommended by the manufacturer. The alkalinit and some of the chlorine tesing reagents 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
COMBINED CHLORINE TEST
Chlorine is used and pool water is not tested at least twice a week for the combined chlorine level.
Correction: Test pool water at least twice a week for the combined chlorine level.
Code ATCP 76.18(1)(b) - WATER TESTED COMBINED CHLORINE,
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Not serious
Non-critical
WATER LEVEL-SKIMMERS MAINTAINED
Water level in a skimmer pool is not allowing for effective skimming. Water level too high.
Correction: Maintain the water level in the pool so that the skimmer weir is half submerged, or, in the case of a floating weir, used according to manufacturer's instructions.
Code ATCP 76.19(3)(a) - SKIMMERS MAINTAINED
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Not serious
Non-critical
FIRST AID KIT-ADHESIVE TAPE
The first aid kit is missing adhesive tape.
Correction: Provide adhesive tape for the first aid kit.
Code ATCP 76.27(1)(b)4. - ADHESIVE TAPE
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
EMERGENCY BLANKETS
Two emergency blankets in good condition are not available in the pool area.
Correction: Provide two emergency blankets in good condition in the pool area.
Code ATCP 76.27(3) - EMERGENCY BLANKETS
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Not serious
Non-critical
POOL DECK-INDOOR-DISINFECTED
Indoor pool deck area not disinfected at least weekly with disinfecting agents according to the manufacturer’s directions.
Correction: Disinfect indoor pool deck area at least weekly with disinfecting agents according to the manufacturer’s directions. Note: It is recommended to avoid the use of an ammonia-based disinfectant as this can contribute to an increased level of chloramines in the pool water, suggested using bleach.
Code ATCP 76.33(1)(b)2. - INDOOR DECK DISINFECTED
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Not serious
Non-critical
POOL EQUIPMENT-PROPERLY MAINTAINED
Air Duct vent in pool enclosure on wall shared with pool equipment room.
Correction: Maintain the pool equipment [Describe].
Code ATCP 76.33(1)(e)3. - MAINTENANCE OF POOL EQPT
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Not serious
Non-critical
AIR MOVEMENT
Heating, ventilation, and exhaust equipment not maintained and operated to provide air movement to prevent any excessive condensation. [DescribTwo dehumidifers are running within pool enclosure. Temperature is approximately 30-40 degrees F and condensation is already forming on exit door and along floor to wall juncture on the west side of pool.
Correction: Maintain heating, ventilation, and exhaust equipment to provide air movement to prevent any excessive condensation. A referral to building inspection department or fire department will be made.
Code ATCP 76.33(4)(b) - AIR MOVEMENT
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Not serious
Non-critical
VGBA-DRAIN COVER INFO-DOCUMENTS-DRAIN COVER LOG PRESENT
The operator does not have a log thof when the equalizer covers were last replaced.
Correction: Provide documentation and log on VGBA log for equalizer cover replacement or replace and document. Documentation that equalizer covers have been replaced and are within the five year experation date must be proivded within 30 days or license may be voided. The license is conditional until documentation is provided to the health department.
Code ATCP 76.38(2)(a) - DRAIN COVER LOG
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Not serious
Non-critical
Corrected on site
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Feb 19, 2025 Re-inspection · 2 non-critical, 2 repeat
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
ALKALINITY
The total alkalinity is 40 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
WALLS, CEILINGS, FLOORS
The ceiling is dripping water into the pool and ceiling tiles are soaked, probably from ice build up that is now melting from extreme cold weather that we had recently(this has occurred in the past.) Previous noted wall and windowsills have been cleaned.
Correction: Repairs corrected by August 31, 2025
Code ATCP 76.33(1)(c) - FLOORS, WALLS, CEILINGS
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
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Jan 16, 2025 Routine · 2 critical, 9 non-critical, 3 repeat
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Not serious
Non-critical
SKIMMERS MAINTAINED CLEAN
Skimmers not maintained clean. Skimmer had an excessive amount of hair in skimmer basket that extend several inches beneath the basket.
Correction: Maintain the skimmers in clean condition. Should be checked daily and cleaned as needed.
Code ATCP 76.11(2)(b) 1. - SKIMMERS CLEAN
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
ALKALINITY
The total alkalinity is 40 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
COMBINED CHLORINE PLAN PRESENT
The operator has not developed and implemented a plan to minimize combined chlorine in the pool.
Correction: Develop and implement a plan to minimize combined chlorine in the pool.
Code ATCP 76.14(5)(e)1. - PLAN PRESENT
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Not serious
Non-critical
EMERGENCY BLANKETS
Two emergency blankets in good condition are not available in the pool area.
Correction: Provide two emergency blankets in good condition in the pool area.
Code ATCP 76.27(3) - EMERGENCY BLANKETS
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
POSTING SIGNAGE-MAX PATRON LOAD
Maximum patron load is not posted.
Correction: Post signage indicating Maximum patron load.
Code ATCP 76.29(1)(e) - MAX PATRON LOAD
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Not serious
Non-critical
POOL BASIN MAINTAINED CLEAN AND SANITARY
Te water/air interface tile surface in the interior of the pool had a thick soiled layer adhered to the tile.
Correction: Maintained the pool basin in a clean and sanitary condition.
Code ATCP 76.33(1)(a)3 - POOL BASIN NOT CLEAN AND SANITARY
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Not serious
Non-critical
WALLS, CEILINGS, FLOORS
The ceiling is dripping water into the pool and ceiling tiles are soaked, probably from ice build up that is now melting from extreme cold weather that we had recently(this has occurred in the past.) The north wall has mildrew gowing on it that has spread onto the no lifeguard sign. The floor has accumulated of debris especially along wall. Algae was growing on a windowsill and a few of the window sills are deteriorating and tiles are loose.
Correction: Maintain the walls, ceilings and floors in a pool area in clean and sanitary condition. Floor, wall and algae should be cleaned as soon as possible. Repairs corrected by August 31, 2025
Code ATCP 76.33(1)(c) - FLOORS, WALLS, CEILINGS
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Not serious
Non-critical
SPECTATOR AREAS CLEAN
The spectator area tables are soiled.
Correction: Maintain the spectator area in clean condition.
Code ATCP 76.33(1)(f)1. - SPECTATOR AREA CLEAN
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Not serious
Non-critical
DRINKING FOUNTAIN MAINTAINED
The drinking fountain is not soiled.
Correction: Maintain the drinking fountain in clean and sanitary condition.
Code ATCP 76.33(1)(g)2.-DRINKING FOUNTAIN CLEAN
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Serious
Critical
RESPONSIBLE SUPERVISOR MAINTAIN ORDER
The monthly pool record was not present during the inspection, no way to tell if pool was tested prior to opening or for the entire month. With the number of violations present and the cleanliness of the pool enclosure the responsible supervior is not overseeing operations properly.
Correction: Responsible supervisor needs to be performing active managerial control of the pool operation and mainaint the enclosure according to code.
Code ATCP 76.21 (1)(c)1. - MAINTAIN ORDER
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Serious
Critical
FIRST AID KIT-PROVIDED IN POOL AREA
The first aid kit is outside the pool enclosure door within 25 feet of enclosure with no signage posted in the enclosure telling where the first aid kit is.
Correction: Provide a first aid kit in the pool area or, if the first aid kit is within 25 feet of the enclosure, post signage that tells where the first aid kit is located.
Code ATCP 76.27(1)(a) - FIRST AID KIT PRESENT
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Not serious
Non-critical
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Aug 20, 2024 Routine · 6 non-critical, 1 repeat
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Not serious
Non-critical
Corrected on site
SKIMMER POOL RECIRCULATION FLOW
Proportion of water recirculating from skimmer and main drain was not 80:20
Correction: Adjust equipment so that proportion of water recirculating from skimmer and main drain is mostly from skimmer.
Code ATCP 76.11(2)(a) 2. b. - SKIMMER POOL RECIRCULATION FLOW
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Not serious
Non-critical
ALKALINITY
The total alkalinity is 50 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
COMBINED CHLORINE PLAN PRESENT
The operator has not developed and implemented a plan to minimize combined chlorine in the pool.
Correction: Develop and implement a plan to minimize combined chlorine in the pool.
Code ATCP 76.14(5)(e)1. - PLAN PRESENT
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Not serious
Non-critical
POSTING SIGNAGE-MAX PATRON LOAD
Maximum patron load is not posted.
Correction: Post signage indicating Maximum patron load.
Code ATCP 76.29(1)(e) - MAX PATRON LOAD
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Not serious
Non-critical
OPERATING REPORTS-BACKWASH
The operator did not record the following on the operating report: The dates on which backwashing was completed.
Correction: Record the following on the operating report, the dates when backwashing was completed.
Code ATCP 76.32(1)(b) - BACKWASH
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Not serious
Non-critical
OPERATING REPORTS-WATER TEMPERATURE
The operator did not record the following on the operating report: Daily water temperature.
Correction: Record the following on the operating report: Daily water temperature.
Code ATCP 76.32(1)(f) - WATER TEMP
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Not serious
Non-critical
Corrected on site
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Apr 18, 2024 Follow Up · 8 critical, 14 non-critical, 22 repeat
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
FILTER MEDIA INSPECTED ANNUALLY
Filter media is not being inspected annually as necessary.
Correction: Inspect the filters annually and clean and replace media as needed.
Code ATCP 76.11(6)(a) 5. - FILTER MEDIA INSPECTED ANNUALLY
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
DOORS
Doors to chemical storage areas are not marked to indicate entry is for authorized personnel only.
Correction: Lock doors to chemical storage areas and mark to indicate entry is for authorized personnel only.
Code ATCP 76.12 (2)(i) - DOORS
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
EMERGENCY CONTACT PHONE NUMBERS
Emergency contact phone numbers are not in the chemical storage area or readily accessible.
Correction: Provide emergency contact numbers in the chemical storage area or readily accessible.
Code ATCP 76.12 (2)(j) - EMERGENCY CONTACT PHONE NUMBERS
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
COMBINED CHLORINE PLAN PRESENT
No combined chlorine plan is present.
Correction: Develop and have a written combined chlorine plan.
Code ATCP 76.14(5)(e)1. - PLAN PRESENT
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
THERMOMETER RETURN LINE
The thermometer in the return line is reading 71 degrees F. pool reading 82 degrees F.
Correction: Provide an accurate thermometer in the pool water return line.
Code ATCP 76.19(4)(a)1 - THERMOMETER
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
CERTIFIED OPERATOR REQUIRED AFTER 2 OR MORE REINSPECTIONS IN 3 YEARS
A pool that is required to have a certified operatorafter two re-inspections in 3 years.
Correction: Provide a certified operator for the pool.
Code ATCP 76.20(2)(a)2 - CERTIFIED OPERATOR REQUIRED, REINSPECTIO
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
FIRST AID KIT-EYE WASH SOLUTION
The first aid kit is missing eye wash solution.
Correction: Provide eye wash solution for the first aid kit.
Code ATCP 76.27(1)(b)5. - EYE WASH SOLUTION
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
POOL RULES POSTED
The pool rules are not posted.
Correction: Post the pool rules.
Code ATCP 76.29(1)(a)1. - SIGNAGE POSTED
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
POOL RULES LETTER OR SYMBOL SIZE
Pool rules letters are too small in height.
Correction: Correct the size of the letters or symbols, so that letters are at least one inch in height and symbols are at least 4 inches in height.
Code ATCP 76.29(1)(a)2. -LETTER OR SYMBOL SIZE
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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
Repeat
OPERATING REPORTS-CHEMICAL TESTING
The operator did not record the following on the operating report test results for chlorine and pH. They were not tested every day and the report did not indicate it was closed. Also chlorine results were not recorded by 0.2 ppm increments.
Correction: Chemical testing must be reocrded everyday unless it is indicated that the pool was closed.
Code ATCP 76.32(1)(a) - CHEMICAL TESTING
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
OPERATING REPORTS-BACKWASH
The operator did not record the following on the operating report: The dates on which backwashing was completed.
Correction: Record the following on the operating report, the dates when backwashing was completed.
Code ATCP 76.32(1)(b) - BACKWASH
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
WALLS, CEILINGS, FLOORS
The ceiling has a leak.
Correction: Maintain the walls, ceilings and floors in a pool area.
Code ATCP 76.33(1)(c) - FLOORS, WALLS, CEILINGS
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
POOL EQUIPMENT-REPAIRED AS NECESSARY
The ladder is loose in the deep end of the pool. The ceiling is leaking and dripping into the pool. Five tiles near the ceiling vent are wet at this time.
Correction: The pool area is not being mainatined/repaired as necessary.
Code ATCP 76.33(1)(e)4. - EQPT REPAIRED AS NEEDED
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Serious
Critical
Repeat
CHEMICAL STORAGE, SEPARATION OF OXIDIZERS AND ACIDS
Liquid chlorine is stored directly next to acid also injected at the same point inot the return line.
Correction: Store oxidizers separately from acids.
Code ATCP 76.12 (2)(c) - CHEMICAL SEPARATION OXIDIZERS, ACIDS
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Serious
Critical
Repeat
INTERLOCK CHALLENGE TEST
Once monthly challenge testing of the chemical feeder system has not been conducted to assess the interlock.
Correction: Challenge test the chemical feeder system monthly to assess the interlock.
Code ATCP 76.13 (1)(c)3. - INTERLOCK MONTHLY TEST
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Serious
Critical
Repeat
CLOSING CRITERIA-FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH 76.14 OR PH LIMITS
The Responsible Supervisor or operator has not closed the pool after failure to comply with the disinfectant or sanitizer residual levels.
Correction: Close the pool in the event of failure to comply with the disinfectant or sanitizer residual levels pursuant to s. ATCP 76.14, or pH values that are less than 6.8 or equal to or greater than 8.0.
Code ATCP 76.30 (1)(c) - FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH ATCP 76.14
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Serious
Critical
Repeat
CO ALARM-POOL EQUIPMENT ROOM
There is a fuel-burning device in the equipment room but no functional CO alarm in the equipment room.
Correction: Provide a CO alarm in the equipment room and install per manufacturer's instructions.
Code ATCP 76.33(4)(d)1. -CO ALARM EQPT ROOM
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Serious
Critical
Repeat
CO ALARM-POOL AREA
There is a fuel-burning device in the equipment room located in the indoor pool area pool but no functional CO alarm is provided in the indoor pool area.
Correction: Provide a CO alarm in the pool area and install per manufacturer's instructions.
Code ATCP 76.33(4)(d)2- CO ALARM POOL AREA
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Serious
Critical
Repeat
HAZARDOUS CONDITION
An end cap s missing from the pool ladder which can cause a pinch hazard that could severe a limb, toe or finger.
Correction: End caps must be in place at all times.
Code ATCP 76.34(1) - HAZARDOUS CONDITION AT POOL AREA
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Serious
Critical
Repeat
GATES AND DOORS MAINTAINED
The door exiting to the outside does not seal properly when closed. During extreme cold large accumulation of ice formed hindering the opening and closing of the door. Air could viisbly been seen entering into the pool enclosure through the side of the door framing.
Correction: Maintain the door for proper operation. Replace seal or door.
Code ATCP 76.34(2)(a) - GATES AND DOORS OPERABLE
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Serious
Critical
Repeat
VGBA-EXISTING POOLS, PUMP CURVE AND DRAIN COVER INFO
The operator of an existing pool does not have the pump curve.
Correction: Obtain a pump curve.
Code ATCP 76.38(1)(b) - PUMP CURVE
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
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Feb 29, 2024 Re-inspection · 10 critical, 18 non-critical, 11 repeat
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Not serious
Non-critical
RECIRCULATION (TURNOVER) RATE NOT MET
The recirculation (turnover) rate has not been met.
Correction: Immediately adjust or repair equipment to operate at a proper turnover rate [Describe].
Code ATCP 76.11(4)(c) - RECIRCULATION RATE
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Not serious
Non-critical
FILTER MEDIA INSPECTED ANNUALLY
Filter media is not being inspected annually as necessary.
Correction: Inspect the filters annually and clean and replace media as needed.
Code ATCP 76.11(6)(a) 5. - FILTER MEDIA INSPECTED ANNUALLY
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Not serious
Non-critical
LABEL, NAME OF PRODUCT
Container label does not list name of product. Spray bottle that just says kitchen on it.
Correction: Provide the name of the product on the label.
Code ATCP 76.12 (1)(a) 1. - PRODUCT NAME
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Not serious
Non-critical
EMERGENCY CONTACT PHONE NUMBERS
Emergency contact phone numbers are not in the chemical storage area or readily accessible.
Correction: Provide emergency contact numbers in the chemical storage area or readily accessible.
Code ATCP 76.12 (2)(j) - EMERGENCY CONTACT PHONE NUMBERS
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Not serious
Non-critical
SAFETY DATA SHEET
A safety data sheet was not available for all chemicals present in the maintenance room.
Correction: Maintain a safety data sheet for each chemical on site.
Code ATCP 76.12 (4)(b)1. - SAFETY DATA SHEETS
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Not serious
Non-critical
THERMOMETER RETURN LINE
The thermometer in the return line is reading 71 degrees F. pool reading 82 degrees F.
Correction: Provide an accurate thermometer in the pool water return line.
Code ATCP 76.19(4)(a)1 - THERMOMETER
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Not serious
Non-critical
CERTIFIED OPERATOR REQUIRED AFTER 2 OR MORE REINSPECTIONS IN 3 YEARS
A pool that is required to have a certified operatorafter two re-inspections in 3 years.
Correction: Provide a certified operator for the pool.
Code ATCP 76.20(2)(a)2 - CERTIFIED OPERATOR REQUIRED, REINSPECTIO
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Not serious
Non-critical
POOL RULES POSTED
The pool rules are not posted.
Correction: Post the pool rules.
Code ATCP 76.29(1)(a)1. - SIGNAGE POSTED
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Not serious
Non-critical
POOL RULES LETTER OR SYMBOL SIZE
Pool rules letters are too small in height.
Correction: Correct the size of the letters or symbols, so that letters are at least one inch in height and symbols are at least 4 inches in height.
Code ATCP 76.29(1)(a)2. -LETTER OR SYMBOL SIZE
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Not serious
Non-critical
OPERATING REPORTS-CHEMICAL TESTING
The operator did not record the following on the operating report test results for chlorine and pH. They were not tested every day and the report did not indicate it was closed. Also chlorine results were not recorded by 0.2 ppm increments.
Correction: Chemical testing must be reocrded everyday unless it is indicated that the pool was closed.
Code ATCP 76.32(1)(a) - CHEMICAL TESTING
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Not serious
Non-critical
OPERATING REPORTS-BACKWASH
The operator did not record the following on the operating report: The dates on which backwashing was completed.
Correction: Record the following on the operating report, the dates when backwashing was completed.
Code ATCP 76.32(1)(b) - BACKWASH
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Not serious
Non-critical
WALLS, CEILINGS, FLOORS
The ceiling has a leak.
Correction: Maintain the walls, ceilings and floors in a pool area.
Code ATCP 76.33(1)(c) - FLOORS, WALLS, CEILINGS
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
DOORS
Doors to chemical storage areas are not marked to indicate entry is for authorized personnel only.
Correction: Lock doors to chemical storage areas and mark to indicate entry is for authorized personnel only.
Code ATCP 76.12 (2)(i) - DOORS
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
COMBINED CHLORINE PLAN PRESENT
No combined chlorine plan is present.
Correction: Develop and have a written combined chlorine plan.
Code ATCP 76.14(5)(e)1. - PLAN PRESENT
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
ELECTRONIC MONITORING MAINTENANCE
The electronic monitoring device was not properly functioning.
Correction: Periodically monitor the electronic monitoring device to determine if it is functioning correctly, and maintain and test as appropriate. Repair electronic monitor prior to opeing.
Code ATCP 76.18(3)(b) - ELECTRONIC MONITORING DEVICE MAINTAINED
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
FIRST AID KIT-EYE WASH SOLUTION
The first aid kit is missing eye wash solution.
Correction: Provide eye wash solution for the first aid kit.
Code ATCP 76.27(1)(b)5. - EYE WASH SOLUTION
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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
Repeat
POOL EQUIPMENT-REPAIRED AS NECESSARY
The ladder is loose in the deep end of the pool. The ceiling is leaking and dripping into the pool. Five tiles near the ceiling vent are wet at this time.
Correction: The pool area is not being mainatined/repaired as necessary.
Code ATCP 76.33(1)(e)4. - EQPT REPAIRED AS NEEDED
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Serious
Critical
Modification(s) made but no DSPS Approval available for them.
The operator modified a pool, submitted pool construction plans to DSPS for review and approval but did not have final compliance inspection by DSPS.
Correction: Have WI-licensed architect or engineer contact DSPS for compliance inspection for conversion to liquid chlorine use.and obtain approval from DSPS for the construction of the pool.
Code ATCP 76.04 (2) - PLANS SUBMITTED TO DSPS FOR MODIFICATION, A
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Serious
Critical
Repeat
CHEMICAL STORAGE, SEPARATION OF OXIDIZERS AND ACIDS
Liquid chlorine is stored directly next to acid also injected at the same point inot the return line.
Correction: Store oxidizers separately from acids.
Code ATCP 76.12 (2)(c) - CHEMICAL SEPARATION OXIDIZERS, ACIDS
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Serious
Critical
Repeat
INTERLOCK CHALLENGE TEST
Once monthly challenge testing of the chemical feeder system has not been conducted to assess the interlock.
Correction: Challenge test the chemical feeder system monthly to assess the interlock.
Code ATCP 76.13 (1)(c)3. - INTERLOCK MONTHLY TEST
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Serious
Critical
Repeat
MINIMUM DISINFECTANT RESIDUAL
Chlorine level was at 0 ppm.
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
CLOSING CRITERIA-FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH 76.14 OR PH LIMITS
The Responsible Supervisor or operator has not closed the pool after failure to comply with the disinfectant or sanitizer residual levels.
Correction: Close the pool in the event of failure to comply with the disinfectant or sanitizer residual levels pursuant to s. ATCP 76.14, or pH values that are less than 6.8 or equal to or greater than 8.0.
Code ATCP 76.30 (1)(c) - FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH ATCP 76.14
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Serious
Critical
CO ALARM-POOL EQUIPMENT ROOM
There is a fuel-burning device in the equipment room but no functional CO alarm in the equipment room.
Correction: Provide a CO alarm in the equipment room and install per manufacturer's instructions.
Code ATCP 76.33(4)(d)1. -CO ALARM EQPT ROOM
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Serious
Critical
CO ALARM-POOL AREA
There is a fuel-burning device in the equipment room located in the indoor pool area pool but no functional CO alarm is provided in the indoor pool area.
Correction: Provide a CO alarm in the pool area and install per manufacturer's instructions.
Code ATCP 76.33(4)(d)2- CO ALARM POOL AREA
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Serious
Critical
HAZARDOUS CONDITION
An end cap s missing from the pool ladder which can cause a pinch hazard that could severe a limb, toe or finger.
Correction: End caps must be in place at all times.
Code ATCP 76.34(1) - HAZARDOUS CONDITION AT POOL AREA
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Serious
Critical
Repeat
GATES AND DOORS MAINTAINED
The door exiting to the outside does not seal properly when closed. During extreme cold large accumulation of ice formed hindering the opening and closing of the door. Air could viisbly been seen entering into the pool enclosure through the side of the door framing.
Correction: Maintain the door for proper operation. Replace seal or door.
Code ATCP 76.34(2)(a) - GATES AND DOORS OPERABLE
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Serious
Critical
Repeat
VGBA-EXISTING POOLS, PUMP CURVE AND DRAIN COVER INFO
The operator of an existing pool does not have the pump curve.
Correction: Obtain a pump curve.
Code ATCP 76.38(1)(b) - PUMP CURVE
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Not serious
Non-critical
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Jan 25, 2024 Routine · 6 critical, 9 non-critical
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Not serious
Non-critical
DOORS
Doors to chemical storage areas are not marked to indicate entry is for authorized personnel only.
Correction: Lock doors to chemical storage areas and mark to indicate entry is for authorized personnel only.
Code ATCP 76.12 (2)(i) - DOORS
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Not serious
Non-critical
COMBINED CHLORINE PLAN PRESENT
No combined chlorine plan is present.
Correction: Develop and have a written combined chlorine plan.
Code ATCP 76.14(5)(e)1. - PLAN PRESENT
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Not serious
Non-critical
ELECTRONIC MONITORING WATER POTENTIAL
The water potential ("ORP") is <650 mV and water has not been tested manually.
Correction: Maintain water potential between 650−900 mV, and manually test the water if the water potential reads below 650 mV or above 900 mV.
Code ATCP 76.14(6)(a) - OXIDATION POTENTIAL
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Not serious
Non-critical
TEST KIT APPROVED
Current test kit being used to test chemicals is not approved for use.
Correction: Purchase an approved test kit for testing chemicals.
Code ATCP 76.17 (1) - DEPARTMENT-APPROVED
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Not serious
Non-critical
POOL WATER TESTED BEFORE OPENING, PH AND SANITIZER
Pool water is not tested for pH and disinfectant or sanitizer residual daily before the pool is open to the public or before the pool is in use.
Correction: Test pool water for pH and disinfectant or sanitizer residual daily before the pool is open to the public or before the pool is in use.
Code ATCP 76.18(1)(a)1 - POOL TESTED SANITIZER AND PH, BEFORE OPE
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Not serious
Non-critical
ELECTRONIC MONITORING MAINTENANCE
The electronic monitoring device was not properly functioning.
Correction: Periodically monitor the electronic monitoring device to determine if it is functioning correctly, and maintain and test as appropriate. Repair electronic monitor prior to opeing.
Code ATCP 76.18(3)(b) - ELECTRONIC MONITORING DEVICE MAINTAINED
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Not serious
Non-critical
FIRST AID KIT-EYE WASH SOLUTION
The first aid kit is missing eye wash solution.
Correction: Provide eye wash solution for the first aid kit.
Code ATCP 76.27(1)(b)5. - EYE WASH SOLUTION
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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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Not serious
Non-critical
POOL EQUIPMENT-REPAIRED AS NECESSARY
The ladder is loose in the deep end of the pool. The ceiling is leaking and dripping into the pool. Five tiles near the ceiling vent are wet at this time.
Correction: The pool area is not being mainatined/repaired as necessary.
Code ATCP 76.33(1)(e)4. - EQPT REPAIRED AS NEEDED
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Serious
Critical
CHEMICAL STORAGE, SEPARATION OF OXIDIZERS AND ACIDS
Liuid chlorine is stored directly next to acid.
Correction: Store oxidizers separately from acids.
Code ATCP 76.12 (2)(c) - CHEMICAL SEPARATION OXIDIZERS, ACIDS
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Serious
Critical
INTERLOCK CHALLENGE TEST
Once monthly challenge testing of the chemical feeder system has not been conducted to assess the interlock.
Correction: Challenge test the chemical feeder system monthly to assess the interlock.
Code ATCP 76.13 (1)(c)3. - INTERLOCK MONTHLY TEST
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Serious
Critical
MINIMUM DISINFECTANT RESIDUAL
Chlorine level was at 0.4 ppm.
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
PH
The pH is <7.0..
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
GATES AND DOORS MAINTAINED
The door exiting to the outside does not seal properly when closed. During extreme cold large accumulation of ice formed hindering the opening and closing of the door. Air could viisbly been seen entering into the pool enclosure through the side of the door framing.
Correction: Maintain the door for proper operation. Replace seal or door.
Code ATCP 76.34(2)(a) - GATES AND DOORS OPERABLE
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Serious
Critical
VGBA-EXISTING POOLS, PUMP CURVE AND DRAIN COVER INFO
The operator of an existing pool does not have the pump curve.
Correction: Obtain a pump curve.
Code ATCP 76.38(1)(b) - PUMP CURVE
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Not serious
Non-critical
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Aug 24, 2023 Routine · No items found
No violations cited.
Source: Marathon 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.