Reflecting Pool Contractor Blames Its Own Repairs, Not Vandals, for Damage

The contractor responsible for the Reflecting Pool's new blue liner has admitted that the damage was due to "human oversight" and a flawed design choice, not vandalism as initially suspected. The liner peeled and tore because of a plan involving incompatible chemical layers, revealing internal mistakes rather than external acts of damage. This incident underscores the importance of meticulous planning and oversight in large-scale construction projects, especially those with significant public visibility and symbolic importance. For those following the story, it's a reminder of the complexities and potential pitfalls in executing high-profile infrastructure projects.