June 22, 2026
The pool is now fully refilled and the new pump has been installed. We are down to the final plumbing connection; however, before that can be completed, a broken flange must be replaced.
An outside plumber is scheduled to replace the flange first thing tomorrow morning, Tuesday, June 23. Once that work is finished, the plumbing will be fully complete and the system will undergo a comprehensive functional test. While this unexpected step makes an opening early in the week unlikely, we are moving as quickly as possible to get the system fully operational.
June 20, 2026
The drain pipe relining is now complete, and the pool is being refilled overnight. Everything remains on track for the pool to open early next week..
Pool Repair Update: June 19, 2026
This morning, inspectors identified the cause of the secondary flooding after examining the pipe that connects the pool’s drain screens to the pump house. A camera inspection revealed several holes in this drain line.To resolve the issue quickly, the pipe will be repaired using the same epoxy resin lining process successfully applied to the pump return line earlier this week. The relining is scheduled for tomorrow morning, Saturday, June 20, and the pool will begin refilling later that afternoon. On Sunday, village employees will install the new pump while the refilling process continues. We now expect the pool to be ready for reopening early next week.
6/18/2026
The scheduled reopening of the pool for Saturday, June 20, 2026, has been delayed.
On Wednesday, June 17, the output line from the pump house was successfully relined, and the pool began refilling that evening. Unfortunately, the pump house has begun flooding again, though at a much slower rate than before. This indicates a second pipe is leaking. The pool is currently being drained so crews can inspect the remaining lines, locate the source, and begin repairs. We hope to provide another update with more information on Friday, June 19.
Pool Repair Update
On June 4, 2026, a significant leak was discovered in the underground pipe that carries filtered water from the pump house to the pool. The leak was severe enough to flood the pump house basement and damage the pool pump beyond repair.
The pipe was inspected by Sewer Pro using a camera system. After evaluating the damage, the company determined that the pipe can be rehabilitated using an epoxy resin lining process. This repair method will restore the pipe while allowing the pool to reopen in the shortest possible timeframe.
At a special council meeting held on June 9, Council authorized the repairs. The cost to reline the pipe and replace the pool pump is approximately $20,250. Additional expenses are anticipated for a replacement flange and other miscellaneous materials needed to complete the project.
The pipe relining is scheduled for Wednesday, June 17. Village employees will install the new pump the same day, and the pool will begin refilling Wednesday evening. This schedule will allow time to test the system and balance the water chemistry, with the goal of reopening the pool on Saturday, June 20.
How You Can Help
The $20,250 repair expense was unexpected and was not included in the Village's budget. Fortunately, residents have already begun stepping forward to help. One generous citizen has contributed $5,000 toward the repairs, and additional donations of any amount are welcome.
Village Council recognizes that the municipal pool is a valuable community resource and voted to move forward with the repairs so that families can continue to enjoy the facility this summer. However, admission fees alone do not generate enough revenue to cover the pool's operating and capital expenses. Over the years, the Village and generous community donors have helped bridge that gap.
If you would like to contribute toward the repair costs, please make checks payable to the Village of Pemberville and note "Pool" or "Pool Repair" in the memo line. Donations may be dropped off at Town Hall, placed in the Town Hall drop box, or given to any Council member.
Thank you for your continued support of the Pemberville Community Pool.