Where research meets reliable water testing.
Why Test Your Water?
Clean, safe water is essential for health and wellbeing. Even if your water looks and tastes fine, it can contain contaminants that pose risks to people, plumbing, or the environment. Regular testing provides peace of mind and ensures your water meets safety standards.
Order Your Water Testing Kit
Get reliable results with easy-to-use sampling kits. Order online and collect your sample at home or on-site—our team will handle the science.
Why Test With Us
The Lake Superior Research Institute (LSRI) Water Services Center provides accurate, dependable water analysis backed by university-level scientific expertise. Our certified laboratory follows rigorous quality standards and uses advanced equipment to deliver reliable results you can trust.
Whether you are testing private well water, municipal systems or environmental samples, our team is committed to helping individuals, businesses and communities make informed decisions about water quality.
What We Test For
Bacteria Testing
Screens water for coliforms as a general indicator of contamination and E. coli as a sign of fecal pollution and elevated health risks. Learn more
Ions Testing
Identifies and measures common ions in water to ensure levels meet safety standards and help maintain overall water quality and system performance. Learn more
WET Testing
Assesses wastewater toxicity on aquatic life through Whole Effluent Toxicity (WET) testing, using acute and chronic tests across multiple organisms. Learn more
How It Works
1. Order Tests
Select one or more tests through our website, or place an order in person when picking up bottles.
2. Get Bottles
Collection bottles are available for pickup during business hours.
3. Collect Samples
Use the provided instructions to collect your water sample accurately and safely.
4. Drop off Samples
Samples can be dropped off at our designated location on the UW–Superior campus. Please note that all samples must be delivered within their specified holding times.
5. Receive Results
Once analysis is complete, you will receive a detailed report by email or mail.
Our Lab
The Lake Superior Research Institute Water Services Center is located on the University of Wisconsin–Superior campus and provides reliable water analysis for individuals, organizations and communities. Our certified laboratory supports both environmental research and real-world testing services while offering UW-Superior students valuable hands-on laboratory experience.
Our Location
We are conveniently located on the University of Wisconsin Superior Campus. Sample kits may be picked up and samples may be dropped off in the basement of Barstow Hall.
Convenient Pick-up & Drop-off Zone
801 N 19th St, Superior WI, 54880
Park in the reserved LRSI parking spot for sample drop off in Lot 7 next to Holden Fine and Applied Arts Center.
Certifications
Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
Laboratory #105-552 – Certified for Colilert or Colilert-18 Standard Water Tests
State of Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
Laboratory #816003540 – Certified in Whole Effluent Toxicity Assays
Connect With Us
Questions about water testing? Send us a message.
We look forward to connecting with you.