NPS to flush Reflecting Pool pipes as it blames issues on previous administrations
Summary
The National Park Service (NPS) is flushing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool's pipes because many of them are clogged. The NPS said this clogging is due to neglect by past administrations, including problems from renovations during President Obama’s term, and the current $16 million renovation under President Trump has faced several issues.Key Facts
- The Reflecting Pool was partly refilled on August 7, 2026, to clear clogged pipes supplying water.
- Over half of the 58 supply ports were not working because of buildup and needed cleaning.
- NPS blamed the clogged pipes on years of neglect by previous administrations.
- The pool has had leaks and cracks since it was built in the 1920s.
- President Obama did a $35 million renovation in the 2010s, adding a water treatment plant, but leaks continued.
- President Trump started a $16 million renovation focusing on repainting and filters but did not fix the pipes.
- Algae growth and a peeling liner appeared during Trump’s renovation.
- Vandalism charges related to damage were dropped after evidence showed renovation problems were responsible.
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