Wood Creek Apartments

8709 S WOODCREEK DR, Oak Creek, WI 53154 · Milwaukee County

61cited violations

11serious tier

10inspections

Establishment

Type: Pool / recreational water (Pool - Simple)
Inspected by: Oak Creek Health Department
License / ID: HSAT-7QX9FE
Status: Permitted
Phone: (414) 764-0060
Official record: Oak Creek Health Department inspection reports

Year by year

Year	Inspections	Violations	Serious
2026	2	14	6
2025	3	17	4
2024	2	15	1
2023	3	15	0

Inspections

Jul 14, 2026 Re-inspection · 3 non-critical, 2 repeat
- Not serious Non-critical
  CYANURIC TEST
  
  Cyanuric acid is used in the pool basin and the cyanuric acid concentration is not tested at least once a week.
  
  Correction: Test water for the cyanuric acid at least once a week.
  
  Code ATCP 76.18(1)(d) - WATER TESTED CYANURIC
- Not serious Non-critical Repeat
  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
- 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
Jul 7, 2026 Routine · 6 critical, 5 non-critical, 2 repeat
- Not serious Non-critical
  CURRENT LICENSE
  
  A pool, opened to the public, is located on the premises does not have a current license. License expired as of 6/30/26. Have not paid renewal.
  
  Correction: The pool must be closed to the public immediately and may not operate until a valid license is issued from the department.
  
  Code ATCP 76.05(1)(a) - LICENSE CURRENT
- Not serious Non-critical
  ALKALINITY
  
  The total alkalinity is above 250ppm. Stopped titrating at this point.
  
  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
- Not serious Non-critical
  TELEPHONE-EMERGENCY NUMBERS AND ADDRESS
  
  A list of emergency numbers and facility address not attached or posted near telephone. Apartment name and address are missing at the emergency phone.
  
  Correction: Provide a list of emergency numbers and facility address, attached or posted near telephone or other telecommunication technology device.
  
  Code ATCP 76.26(2)(d) - TELEPHONE, EMERGENCY NUMBERS POSTED
- Not serious Non-critical Repeat
  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
- 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
- Serious Critical
  PH
  
  The pH is much below 6.8.
  
  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. Pool is closed.
  
  Code ATCP 76.14(5)(c) - PH
- Serious Critical
  MAXIMUM CHLORINE
  
  The maximum chlorine residual exceeds 10 ppm. Stopped adding drops when reached 14ppm and the test water was still very red.
  
  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
- Serious Critical
  FREE OF CHEMICAL, PHYSICAL, AND MICROBIAL SUBSTANCES
  
  Pool water is not free of chemical, physical, and microbial substances known to be, or suspected of being, capable of creating toxic reactions or skin or membrane irritations. The pool water is very caustic as the pH was lower than 6.8.
  
  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
- Serious Critical
  RESPONSIBLE SUPERVISOR POOL CLOSED
  
  Responsible supervisor is not ensuring that pool is closed pursuant to ATCP 76.30, closing criteria. With the chlorine levels high, pH very low, alkalinity very high, the emergency phone not operational, the pool was not closed until inspection forced them to close.
  
  Correction: Have the responsible supervisor ensure that the pool is closed pursuant to ATCP 76.30, closing criteria.
  
  Code ATCP 76.21 (1)(c)10. - CLOSE POOL
- Serious Critical
  TELEPHONE ACCESSIBLE
  
  A telephone or other approved communication technology capable of connecting to emergency services is not working. A call to 911 did not go through. Message on phone stated "Not connected to the internet". The door to the phone was extremely hard to open. This needs to be fixed so that it is easy to open when needed.
  
  Correction: Provide a working telephone or other technology capable of connecting with emergency services.
  
  Code ATCP 76.26(2)(a) - TELEPHONE ACCESSIBLE
- Serious Critical
  HAZARDOUS CONDITION
  
  There is a hazardous condition at the pool. The rug in front of the door to the clubhouse is bunching up in the middle and is a trip hazard.
  
  Correction: Correct the hazardous condition. Remove rug.
  
  Code ATCP 76.34(1) - HAZARDOUS CONDITION AT POOL AREA
Jul 22, 2025 Follow Up · 1 non-critical, 1 repeat
- Not serious Non-critical Repeat
  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
Jun 30, 2025 Re-inspection · 1 critical, 5 non-critical, 6 repeat
- Not serious Non-critical Repeat
  INLETS CHECKED AND ADJUSTED
  
  Inlets have not been checked and adjusted to ensure a uniform distribution pattern and effective skimming. Inlets are all pointed straight out which does not effectively circulate the water in the pool and creates dead zones.
  
  Correction: Check and adjust inlets to ensure a uniform distribution pattern and effective skimming as needed. Turn inlets all one direction, left or right as this will create better circulation of water in the pool, eliminating dead zones (corners).
  
  Code ATCP 76.11(2)(c) - INLETS POSITIONED
- Not serious Non-critical Repeat
  SAFETY DATA SHEET
  
  A safety data sheet was not available for all of the pool chemicals.
  
  Correction: Maintain a safety data sheet for each chemical on site.
  
  Code ATCP 76.12 (4)(b)1. - SAFETY DATA SHEETS
- Not serious Non-critical Repeat
  CYANURIC TEST
  
  Cyanuric acid is used in the pool basin and the cyanuric acid concentration is not tested at least once a week.
  
  Correction: Test water for the cyanuric acid at least once a week.
  
  Code ATCP 76.18(1)(d) - WATER TESTED CYANURIC
- 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
- Not serious Non-critical Repeat
  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
- Serious Critical Repeat
  GATES AND DOORS EXIT
  
  A key is required to exit a pool enclosure. All 3 exits require a key to enter and exit at all 3 exits.
  
  Correction: Provide an exit from the pool enclosure that does not require a key, punch code, or electronic method to exit a pool enclosure.
  
  Code ATCP 76.34(4)(a)(1m)(d)- EXIT UNRESTRICTED
Jun 23, 2025 Routine · 3 critical, 7 non-critical, 4 repeat
- Not serious Non-critical
  INLETS CHECKED AND ADJUSTED
  
  Inlets have not been checked and adjusted to ensure a uniform distribution pattern and effective skimming. Inlets are all pointed straight out which does not effectively circulate the water in the pool and creates dead zones.
  
  Correction: Check and adjust inlets to ensure a uniform distribution pattern and effective skimming as needed. Turn inlets all one direction, left or right as this will create better circulation of water in the pool, eliminating dead zones (corners).
  
  Code ATCP 76.11(2)(c) - INLETS POSITIONED
- Not serious Non-critical Repeat
  SAFETY DATA SHEET
  
  A safety data sheet was not available for all of the pool chemicals.
  
  Correction: Maintain a safety data sheet for each chemical on site.
  
  Code ATCP 76.12 (4)(b)1. - SAFETY DATA SHEETS
- Not serious Non-critical Repeat
  TEST KIT APPROVED
  
  Test kit used by the operator is the Color Q by La Motte, which is not state approved. There is a Taylor test kit on site but the reagents are expired.
  
  Correction: Replace test kit with an approved test kit, such as Taylor.
  
  Code ATCP 76.17 (1) - DEPARTMENT-APPROVED
- Not serious Non-critical
  CYANURIC TEST
  
  Cyanuric acid is used in the pool basin and the cyanuric acid concentration is not tested at least once a week.
  
  Correction: Test water for the cyanuric acid at least once a week.
  
  Code ATCP 76.18(1)(d) - WATER TESTED CYANURIC
- 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
- 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
- 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
- Serious Critical Corrected on site
  RECIRCULATION SYSTEM CONTINUOUS OPERATION
  
  The pool recirculation system was not operating during inspection. Operator cleaned out the basket screen at the pump, which was dirty and restarted the system.
  
  Correction: The pool must be closed immediately until the recirculation system is in place and in continuous operation. System was cleaned and restarted.
  
  Code ATCP 76.11(1) - RECIRCULATION SYSTEM PRESENT, CONTINUOUSLY O
- Serious Critical
  HAZARDOUS CONDITION
  
  There is a hazardous condition at the pool. According to inspection records kept on past inspection reports, the equalizer covers (Paramount) expired 4-29-25.
  
  Correction: Correct the hazardous condition. Replace covers with not expired covers.
  
  Code ATCP 76.34(1) - HAZARDOUS CONDITION AT POOL AREA
- Serious Critical
  GATES AND DOORS EXIT
  
  A key is required to exit a pool enclosure. All 3 exits require a key to enter and exit at all 3 exits.
  
  Correction: Provide an exit from the pool enclosure that does not require a key, punch code, or electronic method to exit a pool enclosure.
  
  Code ATCP 76.34(4)(a)(1m)(d)- EXIT UNRESTRICTED
Jul 3, 2024 Follow Up · 5 non-critical, 5 repeat
- Not serious Non-critical Repeat
  BACKWASH PROCEDURES POSTED ON EASILY READ CHART
  
  The backwash procedure is no conspicuously posted on an easily read chart.
  
  Correction: Post the backwash procedure on an easily read chart.
  
  Code ATCP 76.11(6)(a) 4. - PROCEDURE POSTED
- Not serious Non-critical Repeat
  SAFETY DATA SHEET
  
  A safety data sheets was not available for chemicals used in the pool pump room. Need to be in the pump room along with emergency phone numbers posted in case of emergency.
  
  Correction: Maintain a safety data sheet for each chemical on site.
  
  Code ATCP 76.12 (4)(b)1. - SAFETY DATA SHEETS
- 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. A combined chlorine template was given to the operator.
  
  Code ATCP 76.14(5)(e)1. - PLAN PRESENT
- 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,
- Not serious Non-critical Repeat
  POOL DECK-GOOD REPAIR
  
  Pool deck area not maintained in good repair. There is a hole in the concrete deck by the ladder at the deep end.
  
  Correction: Maintain pool deck area in good repair [Describe].
  
  Code ATCP 76.33(1)(b)1.a. - DECK GOOD REPAIR
Jun 20, 2024 Routine · 1 critical, 9 non-critical
- Not serious Non-critical
  BACKWASH PROCEDURES POSTED ON EASILY READ CHART
  
  The backwash procedure is no conspicuously posted on an easily read chart.
  
  Correction: Post the backwash procedure on an easily read chart.
  
  Code ATCP 76.11(6)(a) 4. - PROCEDURE POSTED
- Not serious Non-critical
  SAFETY DATA SHEET
  
  A safety data sheets was not available for chemicals used in the pool pump room. Need to be in the pump room along with emergency phone numbers posted in case of emergency.
  
  Correction: Maintain a safety data sheet for each chemical on site.
  
  Code ATCP 76.12 (4)(b)1. - SAFETY DATA SHEETS
- Not serious Non-critical
  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. A combined chlorine template was given to the operator.
  
  Code ATCP 76.14(5)(e)1. - PLAN PRESENT
- Not serious Non-critical
  TEST KIT APPROVED
  
  The pool operator is using the La Motte Color Q test kit to test the pool water. This kit is not approved for use by the State Of Wisconsin.
  
  Correction: Use the Taylor test kit that is on site, which is an approved test kit.
  
  Code ATCP 76.17 (1) - DEPARTMENT-APPROVED
- 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,
- Not serious Non-critical
  BIOHAZARD KIT-AVAILABLE
  
  A biohazard kit is not available.
  
  Correction: Provide a biohazard kit for the pool.
  
  Code ATCP 76.27(2)(a) - BIOHAZ KIT AVAILABLE
- 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
- 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
- Not serious Non-critical
  POOL DECK-GOOD REPAIR
  
  Pool deck area not maintained in good repair. There is a hole in the concrete deck by the ladder at the deep end.
  
  Correction: Maintain pool deck area in good repair [Describe].
  
  Code ATCP 76.33(1)(b)1.a. - DECK GOOD REPAIR
- Serious Critical Corrected on site
  OPERATOR KNOWLEDGE-MONTHLY TESTING
  
  The person responsible is not able to describe how monthly testing is performed.
  
  Correction: Ensure that operator can describe how monthly testing is performed. Operator was instructed on how to perform this testing.
  
  Code ATCP 76.13 (1)(c)2.d - MONTHLY TESTING
Jul 5, 2023 Re-inspection · 3 non-critical, 3 repeat
- Not serious Non-critical Repeat
  BIOHAZARD KIT UNAVAILABLE
  
  No biohazard safety kit is located on the premises.
  
  Correction: Provide a biohazard safety kit at the first aid station.
  
  Code ATCP 76.27(2)
- Not serious Non-critical Repeat
  RECORD RETENTION
  
  Operator is not using the correct log sheet to document water chemistry and safety checks. No interlock safety check was documented. Correct log sheets were provided.
  
  Correction: Keep records in accordance with ATCP 76.32(3).
  
  Code [A] ATCP 76.32(3)
- Not serious Non-critical Repeat
  BLANKETS MISSING
  
  2 durable blankets are not available in the pool area.
  
  Correction: Provide 2 durable blankets in the pool area.
  
  Code [B] ATCP 76.27(1)
Jun 30, 2023 Follow Up · 5 non-critical, 5 repeat
- Not serious Non-critical Repeat
  WATER TESTING FREQUENCY - POOLS
  
  The water testing frequency for cyanuric acid is not in compliance with ATCP 76.18(1).
  
  Correction: Perform water testing in accordance with ATCP 76.18(1), which is once per week.
  
  Code ATCP 76.18(1)
- Not serious Non-critical Repeat
  BIOHAZARD KIT UNAVAILABLE
  
  No biohazard safety kit is located on the premises.
  
  Correction: Provide a biohazard safety kit at the first aid station.
  
  Code ATCP 76.27(2)
- Not serious Non-critical Repeat
  TELEPHONE NOT WORKING
  
  The emergency telephone does not work.
  
  Correction: Provide a functional emergency telephone immediately.
  
  Code [A] ATCP 76.26(2)
- Not serious Non-critical Repeat
  RECORD RETENTION
  
  Operator is not using the correct log sheet to document water chemistry and safety checks. No interlock safety check was documented. Correct log sheets were provided.
  
  Correction: Keep records in accordance with ATCP 76.32(3).
  
  Code [A] ATCP 76.32(3)
- Not serious Non-critical Repeat
  BLANKETS MISSING
  
  2 durable blankets are not available in the pool area.
  
  Correction: Provide 2 durable blankets in the pool area.
  
  Code [B] ATCP 76.27(1)
Jun 20, 2023 Routine · 7 non-critical, 1 repeat
- Not serious Non-critical Repeat
  WATER TESTING FREQUENCY - POOLS
  
  The water testing frequency for cyanuric acid is not in compliance with ATCP 76.18(1).
  
  Correction: Perform water testing in accordance with ATCP 76.18(1), which is once per week.
  
  Code ATCP 76.18(1)
- Not serious Non-critical
  BIOHAZARD KIT UNAVAILABLE
  
  No biohazard safety kit is located on the premises.
  
  Correction: Provide a biohazard safety kit at the first aid station.
  
  Code ATCP 76.27(2)
- Not serious Non-critical
  TELEPHONE NOT WORKING
  
  The emergency telephone does not work.
  
  Correction: Provide a functional emergency telephone immediately.
  
  Code [A] ATCP 76.26(2)
- Not serious Non-critical
  MAXIMUM PATRON LOAD NOT POSTED
  
  The maximum patron load is not posted in the facility. The space on the sign is not filled in.
  
  Correction: Post the maximum patron load in accordance with ATCP 76.29(1)(d).
  
  Code [A] ATCP 76.29(1)(d)
- Not serious Non-critical
  RECORD RETENTION
  
  Operator is not using the correct log sheet to document water chemistry and safety checks. No interlock safety check was documented. Correct log sheets were provided.
  
  Correction: Keep records in accordance with ATCP 76.32(3).
  
  Code [A] ATCP 76.32(3)
- Not serious Non-critical
  DRINKING FOUNTAIN NOT FUNCTIONAL
  
  The drinking fountain is not functional.
  
  Correction: Repair the drinking fountain.
  
  Code [A] ATCP 76.33(1)(g)
- Not serious Non-critical
  BLANKETS MISSING
  
  2 durable blankets are not available in the pool area.
  
  Correction: Provide 2 durable blankets in the pool area.
  
  Code [B] ATCP 76.27(1)

Source: Oak Creek Health Department. History last read Oct 16, 2026. Violation text is the inspector's wording. “Serious” is the source's own top tier. About this data.