MARQUETTE, MI-- Officials at Northern Michigan University think they’ve isolated the source of high lead readings in three buildings’ water.
The university hired a consultant after readings above the EPA action level were found in the Learning Resources Center, Thomas Fine Arts building, and the PEIF last month. Officials say recent testing indicates the elevated readings are from connections in some water lines within the buildings.
The university says it will filter the water and replace some of the lines. Work will continue through the summer and officials expect to have potable water in the affected buildings by the start of the fall semester.
In the meantime, water coolers and bottled water will be available in the three buildings until testing shows lead levels are below federal guidelines.
According to EPA standards the water is safe for washing, flushing, and showering.