The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C. has been renovated, but the newly filled pool is already experiencing issues with residual algae. The Trump administration spent $14.2 million on the project, which included the installation of a state-of-the-art ozone nanobubbler filtration system to keep the pool algae-free.

Renovation Costs and Timeline

The cost of the renovations has been a point of contention, with the initial estimate being $1.8 million. However, the cost eventually rose to $14.2 million. The Trump administration has been promoting the finished renovations, with President Trump himself bragging about the project in public remarks.

According to the Interior Department, the residual algae is a normal part of the startup process and will be removed. The department has invested in a nanobubbler filtration system to maintain the pool and keep it algae-free.

Public Reaction

Residents and tourists have offered mixed reviews on the renovations, with some praising the new look of the pool and others criticizing the administration for spending money on unnecessary upkeep. Some have also expressed concerns about the algae and the effectiveness of the filtration system.

Original reporting: KRDO (Colorado Springs metro) — read the source article.