Appleton YMCA - Buchanan Pool
218 E LAWRENCE ST, Appleton, WI 54911
Establishment
- Type
- Pool / recreational water (Pool - Moderate)
- Inspected by
- City of Appleton Health Department
- License / ID
- HSAT-7QXQ9F
- Status
- Permitted
- Phone
- (920) 209-0146
- Official record
- City of Appleton Health Department inspection reports
Year by year
| Year | Inspections | Violations | Serious |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 2025 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| 2024 | 1 | 6 | 0 |
| 2023 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
Inspections
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Apr 1, 2026 Routine · 2 non-critical, 1 repeat
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Not serious
Non-critical
FLOWMETER, VALVE, OR GAUGE NOT MAINTAINED
The flow meter is not being maintained in operating condition. The flow meter is not accurately showing the gallons per minute.
Correction: Adjust or repair the flor meter so that it functions accordingly.
Code ATCP 76.11(5)(a) - FLOWMETER, VALVE, GAUGE NOT MAINTAINED
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
ALKALINITY
The total alkalinity is 50.
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
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Apr 3, 2025 Routine · 3 non-critical, 2 repeat
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Not serious
Non-critical
SPARE STRAINER BASKET OR SCREEN AVAILABLE
Spare strainer or screen not available during inspection at Buchanan pool.
Correction: Provide a spare strainer or screen
Code ATCP 76.11(2)(d) 2. - SPARE STRAINER OR SCREEN
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
ALKALINITY
The total alkalinity is 37.
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 TEST
Chlorine is used and pool water is not tested at least twice a week for the combined chlorine level in Buchanan pool.
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
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Apr 17, 2024 Routine · 6 non-critical
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Not serious
Non-critical
ALKALINITY
The total alkalinity is 39.
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
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
ALKALINITY TEST
Pool water not tested at least once a week for total alkalinity.
Correction: Test pool water at least once a week for total alkalinity.
Code ATCP 76.18(1)(c) - WATER TESTED ALKALINITY
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Not serious
Non-critical
TELEPHONE-EMERGENCY NUMBERS AND ADDRESS
The facility address is not attached or posted near telephone.
Correction: Provide facility's address that is attached or posted near telephone or other telecommunication technology device.
Code ATCP 76.26(2)(d) - TELEPHONE, EMERGENCY NUMBERS POSTED
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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
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 for Buchanan Pool.
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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Not serious
Non-critical
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May 2, 2023 Routine · 3 non-critical, 1 repeat
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Not serious
Non-critical
SKIMMER/MAIN DRAIN RATIO INCORRECT
The skimmer to main drain flow ration is not set correctly.
Correction: Readjust the flow so that only 20% comes through the main drain and 80% comes through the skimmers.
Code [A] ATCP 76.11(2)(a)
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Not serious
Non-critical
LIFEGUARD AND ATTENDANT STAFFING PLAN
The written plan presented at the time of inspection was missing items required for the plan. Missing items were as follows: the maximum and average patron load, location of each lifeguard station, location of each first aid station, and a diagram.
Correction: Create a written plan pursuant to the requirements of ATCP 76.22 that addresses the below list of requirements.
Code [A] ATCP 76.22(1)(a)
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
FIRST AID SUPPLIES MISSING
2 durable blankets, and a few other items are missing from the first aid kit.
Correction: Provide all the items listed in ATCP 76.27(1) in the first aid kit.
Code [C] ATCP 76.27(1)
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Not serious
Non-critical
Source: City of Appleton Health Department. History last read Oct 1, 2026. Violation text is the inspector's wording. “Serious” is the source's own top tier. About this data.