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Reflecting Pool liner was cut with a sharp knife or razor, National Park Service says
By ABC at KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· June 25, 2026
· 4 min read
WASHINGTON (AP) — A liner along the bottom of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was cut with a sharp knife or razor this month, causing damage to the foam sealant installed as part of a $16 million rehabilitation project, a top official at the National Park Service says.
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Why this matters in The Minneapolis
Minneapolis residents who have followed the rehabilitation of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool may be interested in the potential implications of this incident on local park restoration projects. The National Park Service's experience with vandalism and damage to the Reflecting Pool's liner and coating may inform the approach to security and maintenance at Minneapolis' own public spaces, such as the lakes and parks along the Grand Rounds Scenic Byway. As the city continues to invest in its own park renovations and restorations, the lessons learned from the Reflecting Pool project could be applied to prevent similar damage and ensure the longevity of these public investments. Additionally, the use of surveillance footage to investigate the incident may prompt Minneapolis park officials to consider similar measures to protect the city's own parks and public spaces.
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Category: parks ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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The agency reported th...
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