The Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool in Washington DC has turned green with algae shortly after it had undergone a $14.2 million renovation. The no-bid contract to waterproof and repaint the site was awarded to Atlantic Industrial Coatings, a Virginia-based company that had previously carried out work on a swimming pool at one of Donald Trump’s golf clubs.
Renovation Details
The renovation aimed to restore the pool to a pristine state, but algae growth has thwarted the effort to achieve an 'American flag blue' appearance. Before-and-after photos show the pool initially appearing blue after the makeover, but it quickly turned green.
Contract Controversy
The no-bid contract for the project has raised questions, as Atlantic Industrial Coatings had prior connections to Trump's businesses. The company specialized in waterproofing and repainting, but the pool's condition suggests the work may not have been fully effective against algae.
- The renovation cost $14.2 million.
- The pool turned green shortly after completion.
- Atlantic Industrial Coatings previously worked on a Trump golf club pool.
