Users of Penrith Leisure Centre have been unable to use showers or washbasins after traces of legionella were found last Monday.
The bacteria, which can cause Legionnaires’ Disease if left to develop, was found as part of the regular checks carried out by GLL, which runs the leisure centre on behalf of Eden Council.
There have been no cases of Legionnaires’ Disease at the Southend Road centre, GLL said.
The company said it immediately isolated the water supply to the showers and sinks, following guidance from the Health and Safety Executive.
A spokesman added: “Legionella is a natural bacteria found in water — so we would occasionally expect to find it during the regular sampling that’s part of our water management plan.
“There have been no cases of Legionnaires’ Disease at the centre.
“The safety of customers and staff is paramount — which is why we can confirm we have followed the correct HSE procedures in quickly tackling the source of the problem.
“We temporarily isolated the water supply in the showers and sinks.” It is not known when customers will be able to use the sinks and showers again.
GLL had to notify Eden Council’s environmental health department about the discovery.
A council spokesman added: “GLL has informed the council about a trace level of legionella bacteria.
“We are assured that control measures are being implemented at the leisure centre.”
