Thx for your reply.

The pool is already empty, except for an inch or two that's still in there (the cover has ripped and fallen in covering the drain).

It looks like it had been winterized (probably 4-7 yrs ago) and the water has since leaked? out.which means there could be a crack in the main drain.

We live in a very arid climate. So the ground is very dry (the sprinklers haven't been run for a long time too). And, fortunately the pool is situated about 30+ ft from a hillside, several acres, no buildings. So I think we can use a hose or something to direct the runoff down the hill.

Also, looks like there is a sand filter and the existing cover exipment is a Sate-T Cover.

First thing, we'll get the vinyl cover out of there and clean out the bottom. Then we can check out the drain situation. And get bit on resurfacing. I'm sure the equipment will need a complete overhaul.

- Teresa