Reflecting Pool liner cut with sharp knife or razor, National Park Service says
Summary
A liner at the bottom of the Reflecting Pool in Washington DC was cut with a sharp knife or razor earlier this month, causing damage to recent repair work. The National Park Service reported vandalism, including fence posts thrown into the pool, but no suspects have been named. The pool will be drained again after July 4 to fix the damage.Key Facts
- The Reflecting Pool’s liner was cut with a sharp knife or razor on June 9.
- Damage affected foam sealant from a recent multi-million dollar renovation ordered by President Trump.
- About 70 fence post tops were thrown into the pool during the incident.
- Five people have been arrested and five received citations related to vandalism at the pool.
- The pool had problems with algae growth and paint issues after reopening.
- The National Park Service will drain the pool after Independence Day to repair the liner and check for damage.
- The pool is 2,030 feet long and was built in the 1920s, with a history of leaks and structural problems.
- The damage report does not specify when the vandalism occurred or identify suspects.
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