Lincoln Pool’s Algae Battle Continues | San Antonio News

The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool’s recent makeover—costing $14-16 million—has sparked debate, with Trump’s team touting it as a major victory ahead of America’s 250th birthday. But algae problems aren’t new; the pool’s shallow, sun-drenched design makes it a perennial maintenance nightmare. Obama’s 2011 $34 million overhaul included structural upgrades and ozone treatment to combat algae. While current officials claim the algae is gone and the water looks pristine, experts caution this is a persistent battle requiring ongoing care, not a one-time fix. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3a36807cf564dc70