Filtration Issues May Shut Down Palm Desert Aquatic Lap Pool

PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) The Palm Desert Aquatic Center's lap pool may shut down earlier than planned after ongoing issues with its aging filtration system caused persistent cloudiness in the water.

The facility, which opened in 2011 and holds nearly a million gallons of water, was already scheduled for a full restoration of its filtration system and pump house this fall. But city officials now say an earlier closure could be necessary.

City officials say the issue is specifically in the lap pool.

The recreation pool, however, remains open and fully operational.

“Our Public Works team is actively evaluating the situation and doing everything possible to keep this important amenity open for residents and visitors from across the Coachella Valley,” said Community Relations Supervisor Rylan Penta for the City of Palm Desert in an email.

No official closure date has been announced.

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