Environmental Public Health: Swimming Pools & Spas
The EPH Division of the Asotin County Health District manages the permitting and inspection of public swimming pools and spas to assure that public health and safety standards are being maintained. In Asotin County, these include the Asotin County Family Aquatic Center as well as pools at athletic or private clubs, municipal or park facilities, hotels, motels, apartments, condominiums, mobile home parks, RV parks, and homeowner association communities.
During field inspections, chemical testing is used to evaluate water quality, water monitoring and record keeping is reviewed, facility maintenance is evaluated, education materials are provided and compliance/enforcement of regulations is discussed as necessary.
Many of the documents and links on this site are designed to assist with the proper permitting, installation and operation of swimming pools and spas that are accessed by the public, but there is also information that is useful for private pools and spas to minimize the risk of drownings and communicable disease issues.

Swimming Pool at Clarkston Golf and Country Club
Swimming Pool and Spa Links
Most of our forms and documents are in Adobe Acrobat format. Please click here to download Acrobat Reader for free if it is not already installed on your computer or portable device.
Click on the links below to be directed to the site or document:
- Rules and Regulations for Water Recreation Facilities (WAC 246-260) - administrative code governing public swimming pools and spas.
- Rules and Regulations for Water Recreation Contact Facilities (WAC 246-262) - administrative code governing specific public facilities such as the Asotin County Family Aquatic Center.
- Washington State Department of Health Recreational Water Section - useful documents, regulations, guidelines and support for pools and spas.
Local Pool and Spa Links of Interest:
- EPH Service Request Form - File a concern or complaint, request records, or request information and educational offerings.
- EPH Swimming Pools and Spa Fee Schedule - Approved by Asotin County Board of Health Resolution #2-2008 (effective August 31, 2008)
