Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool Drained Again: Full Timeline
Summary
The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C. is being drained again to fix problems after a renovation led by President Donald Trump. Issues like algae growth, peeling coatings, and alleged vandalism appeared soon after the pool was reopened following a $14 million repair project.Key Facts
- The Reflecting Pool is a famous landmark between the Lincoln Memorial and the Washington Monument.
- It was last renovated under President Trump as part of the country's 250th anniversary celebrations.
- The project was originally expected to take about a week and cost $1.8 million but ended up costing around $14 million.
- The pool reopened in early June 2026 but soon showed problems including algae growing rapidly and peeling paint on the pool floor.
- Officials reported vandalism involving cuts to the pool’s liner shortly after reopening.
- The National Park Service is now scheduling repairs to address these issues.
- The renovations follow previous major upgrades done during the Obama administration to improve circulation and water quality.
- The Reflecting Pool has historic significance and is a challenge to maintain due to its age and exposure to natural elements.
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