Editorial photo #13876048 Social Issue
The Reflecting Pool Is Cleaner, But Paint Is Peeling
Algae residue and paint deterioration are visible across the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool on the National Mall in Washington, DC, on June 23, 2026, as cleanup workers and equipment are present along the far bank. The pool was cleaned following a significant algae bloom, revealing extensive damage to its multi-million dollar blue paint coating. (Photo by Zach D Roberts/NurPhoto)
