Installing Above Ground Pool Near Spring

by Mike Barton
(Enola PA)

I live in a heavy spring area. I dug out the pool area 33' for 30' above ground pool. One area is not drying up, I assume due to the springs.

I tampered it several times and still the ground is a little spongy. I am worried if I continue the pool will not last long. Is it possible to install a concrete pillar under that area about 3 feet deep, or should I install several inches of stone under the sand, or is there anything that I could do for this? I tried to hire a pro but no one here in PA wants to work I guess, they don't even return calls.




Hi Mike. It sounds like you have some good ideas. A concrete base would sure do the job. A little less expensive would be a base of patio pavers. The frame could be set on the pavers and sand added inside the frame to cushion the liner.

I am not sure the extent of your springs but it is also possible that several inches of crusher run or crushed granite would pack good enough for a nice pool base.

I know what you mean about people not wanting to work; there is a lot of that going around.