$14M Reflecting Pool Renovation Triggers Historic Algae Bloom, Paint Peels
Days after the completion of a $14 million renovation, the Lincoln Memorial’s Reflecting Pool exhibited an unprecedented level of algae growth for June. Satellite data analysis revealed that the shallow water contained more algae than at any recorded point in the month over the past five years. This occurrence, following extensive refurbishment, raises questions about the effectiveness of the recent upgrades.
John Q. Hosedrinker