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Rips appear in Reflecting Pool's new sealant, chosen by Trump, after algae bloom turn water green
By Joe Walsh at CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW
· June 20, 2026
· 5 min read
President Trump's efforts to spruce up the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool faced a snag this week, with algae turning the water a fluorescent green hue while rips appeared in an "American Flag Blue" surface handpicked by the president.The century-old Reflecting Pool has long faced problems with ...
Key takeaway In April, the president launched an effort to address the pool's "terrible" condition, part of a slate of spring cleaning projects in Washington, D.
Why this matters in Southlake News
The issues plaguing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C. may seem far removed from Southlake , but the situation bears watching for local residents who value their own community's outdoor spaces. As Southlake continues to grow and develop, its parks and public areas will require ongoing maintenance and upkeep to remain vibrant and functional. The Reflecting Pool's problems with leaks, algae, and faulty plumbing serve as a cautionary tale for the importance of careful planning and execution in municipal projects. Southlake's own parks department would do well to study the successes and failures of similar projects in other cities, including the Reflecting Pool's recent renovation, to inform their own approaches to park maintenance and development. By learning from the experiences of other communities, Southlake can work to ensure that its own public spaces remain beautiful and functional for years to come.
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Category: parks ·
Published: June 20, 2026 ·
Source: CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? President Trump's efforts to spruce up the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool faced a snag this week, with algae turning the water a fluorescent green hue while rips appeared in an "American Flag Blue" surface handpicked by the president.The century-old Reflecting Pool has long faced problems with ...
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