The mobile water testing lab will be in Columbus from 8 to 5 pm at the Nebraska Extension-Platte County Office, located at 2715 13th St. Columbus NE 68601. Anyone with a private well that was affected by flood waters in encouraged to get their well tested.
Here’s how it works:
Pick up a free testing kit from the mobile lab location during the hours specified and fill the container with a water sample from your private well. Bring sample back to mobile lab for testing and fill out an information sheet! Samples will be taken to Lincoln on Thursday evening for processing and individuals contacted after testing is completed. These tests are free, but the water testing containers must be picked up and returned to the mobile lab between 8 and 5 pm. This will require a round trip.
For more information please contact the Extension Office at 402-563-4901.
Crop Talk Megan 