A National Park Service official stated that the liner at the bottom of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was cut with a sharp knife or razor in June 2026. This incident has resulted in damage to the foam sealant that was part of a $16 million rehabilitation project.
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National Park Service reports damage to Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool liner
The National Park Service reported that the liner of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was cut with a sharp object, leading to damage to the foam sealant. This damage occurred during a rehabilitation project that cost $16 million.
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