Algae Crisis Hits Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool After Renovation

The recently renovated Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, which cost over $13 million and was refilled with 6.5 million gallons of water, is facing an algae problem just a week after its reopening. The Trump administration has initiated cleanup efforts, deploying workers to vacuum algae and apply hydrogen peroxide as a treatment. Despite these measures, the pool's water has turned a murky green, raising concerns about the effectiveness of the cleaning efforts. The Department of Interior claims that advanced filtration technology has been installed to combat the algae, but the algae bloom persists. The situation highlights ongoing challenges with maintaining the iconic site.

Key Details: • The pool renovation cost over $13 million and was completed recently. • 6.5 million gallons of water were used to refill the pool. • Hydrogen peroxide is being used alongside advanced filtration technology to treat algae. • The algae issue has been a longstanding problem for various administrations.