University of Michigan (U-M) properties that use wells as the source of drinking water are sampled on a periodic basis to assure safe water quality. Water quality is regulated under the Environmental Protection Agency Drinking Water standards. For more information, contact Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) at (734) 647-1142.
Standard Operating Procedures, Guidelines, and Manuals
Supplemental Information
- EPA: Ground and Drinking Water
- eWashtenaw: Well Water QualityIn 2016 EHS conducted a drinking water study on lead and copper. Full details as well as an interactive map detailing the sampling locations can be found on the Campus Drinking Water Quality – Study Results webpage.In 2016 EHS conducted a drinking water study on lead and copper. Full details as well as an interactive map detailing the sampling locations can be found on the Campus Drinking Water Quality – Study Results webpage.
- NSF: Home Drinking Water – Quality and Treatment
- State of Michigan: Drinking Water
PFAS & Campus Drinking Water Safety
Perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, commonly known as PFAS, are a group of man-made chemicals that have been manufactured and used in a variety of industries in the United States since the 1940s. Click here for more information.
Lead and Copper Drinking Water Testing in U-M Facilities
In 2016 EHS conducted a drinking water study on lead and copper. Full details as well as an interactive map detailing the sampling locations can be found on the Campus Drinking Water Quality – Study Results webpage.
