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Sunset Country Estates Pool

5000 Red Creek Springs Road, Pueblo CO 81005 · Recreational Water

Score History

2026-07-23: score 02026-07-24: score 0

Lower scores are better. Score bands: 0–49 Pass, 50–109 Re-Inspection Required, 110+ Closed.

Inspection History

2026-07-24 Not graded 0 violation(s)
No violations recorded for this inspection.
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Source: PDPHE, retrieved August 03, 2026.

2026-07-23 Not graded 16 violation(s)
4.8.6.3.1 — All primary public access gates or doors serving as part of an aquatic facility enclosure or required aquatic venue enclosure are not self-closing and self-latching from any open position.
Corrective action: Observed that the door connecting the pool deck to the club house by bathrooms is not self closing. Must be corrected by 07-31-2026 and monitored to remain shut until repaired.
5.8.5.3.10 — Aquatic venue depth exceeds 2 feet (61.0 cm) of standing water and does not provide or maintain a U.S.
Corrective action: Coast Guard-approved aquatic rescue throwing device, with at least a quarter-inch (6.3 mm) thick rope whose length is 50 feet (15.2 m) or 1.5 times the width of the pool, whichever is less. - Throwing device is present but lacks rope. Must correct by 07-31-2026.
6.6.3.1 — Aquatic venue is not using CYA and did not maintain a minimum FAC concentration of 1.0 ppm (mg/L).
6.6.3.1 — Controller/feeder is not operating correctly.
Corrective action: Confirmed with operator they are manually adding chlorine every day and by the end of the day FC levels are dropping. Controller must be repaired or adjusted to adequately supply supply chemicals without requiring consistent manual addition by operator. Must be corrected by 08-24-2026. Until unit is repaired both pH and chlorine must be tested prior to opening and every two hours while in operation.
5.6.10.2.1 — Rail near shallow end is loose.
Corrective action: Must be corrected by 08/24/26.
4.8.5.2.1.4 — A sign is not posted at the telephone providing dialing instructions, address and location of the aquatic venue location, and the telephone number.
Corrective action: - Must be corrected by 07/31/26.
5.8.5.4.3 — CPR posters that are up to date with latest CPR programs and protocols are not posted conspicuously at all times.
5.7.3.5.1.4 — Controller/feeder is not maintained in a manner that ensures proper function for pH and chlorine.
Corrective action: Observed alert on control box with indicators for low ORP, observed controller/feeder not responding to low chlorine levels in pool. Observed controller reporting a pH level of 7.4, which is higher than test results during inspection and from operators test earlier that day - indicates improper calibration for pH controller function. Must be corrected by 08/24/26.
5.7.3.7.6 — Controller/feeder is not maintained in a manner that ensures proper function for pH and chlorine.
Corrective action: Observed alert on control box with indicators for low ORP, observed controller/feeder not responding to low chlorine levels in pool. Observed controller reporting a pH level of 7.4, which is higher than test results during inspection and from operators test earlier that day - indicates improper calibration for pH controller function. Must be corrected by 08/24/26.
5.10.4.5 — One diaper-changing station accessible to all patrons or one diaper changing station in each male and female restrooms is not present in facility that serves diaper-aged swimmers.
Corrective action: Observed diaper changing station on deck of pool, lacking soap and water, and a harden hose type sink installed without plumbing. Diaper station must be provided within standard hygiene facilities. Must correct by 08/31/2026.
4.10.2.1 — A drinking fountain, toilet, handwash station, and diaper-changing station are located greater than 300 feet (91 m) walking distance from the aquatic venue in a facility designed for those 5 years old and older.
Corrective action: - Observed through conversation with Kim that access to hygiene facilities is not provided through all hours of operation. Hygiene facilities are located within clubhouse which is periodically locked to prevent access. Facility must maintain access to restrooms at all times the pool is open.
6.1.1.2.1 — CPO certificate for Kim expired 07/06/2026.
Corrective action: Facility agreed to have someone get certified prior to opening next season.
6.4.2.3.2 — The results of the most recent PDPHE inspection of the aquatic facility are not posted at the aquatic facility in a location conspicuous to the public.
5.7.5.3 — Observed only one test per day being logged in books.
Corrective action: Operators must test and log prior to opening, and every 4 hours after during normal operation. Also observed no corrective actions being recorded and instructed facility to document steps taken (chemicals added, pool closed for maintenance, etc.) ***While feeder/controller are not functioning and facility is manually adding chlorine, testing and logging must occur every 2 hours***
6.4.1.5 — A chemical inventory log is not maintained on site to provide a list of chemicals used in the aquatic venue water and surrounding deck that could result in water quality issues, chemical interactions, or patron exposure.
Corrective action: Chemicals must be inventoried at least once per year. Must correct by 08/24/26.
6.3.4.5.6 — A written EAP was not developed, maintained, and updated as necessary for the aquatic facility to include at a minimum: 1) A diagram of the aquatic facility; 2) A list of emergency telephone numbers; 3) The location of first aid kit and other rescue equipment (BVM, AED, if provided, backboard, etc.); 4) An emergency response plan for accidental chemical release; and 5) A fecal/vomit/blood contamination response plan as outlined in MAHC 6.5.1.; 6) Outline types of emergencies and imminent health hazards, as per MAHC 6.6.3; 7) Outline the methods of communication between responders, emergency services, and patrons; 8) Identify each anticipated responder; 9) Outline the tasks of each responder; 10) Identify required equipment for each task; and 11) Emergency closure requirements.
Corrective action: - Observed some pieces of an EAP posted on walls of storage room. Advised Kim I would email a basic template of the requirements. Must be completed by 10/24/26.
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Source: PDPHE, retrieved August 03, 2026.