Water Hardness in Gentry, AR

Q: Do I need a water softener in Gentry, AR?

At a citywide weighted average of 33 PPM, Gentry has relatively soft water. A water softener is generally not necessary.

Q: How many water systems serve Gentry, AR?

Gentry, Arkansas has 13 matched water systems across 1 zip code.

Arkansas · 1 zip codes · 13 matched water systems

30 PPM

1.8 GPG

Soft

0Soft60120180300+

Verified — Annual Water Quality Report

City avg (weighted): 33 PPM

Dataset updated March 9, 202613 matched water systems in the city rollupIndividual systems and ZIPs can differ. Methodology

System used for this reading

Springdale Water Utilities

AR0000575

Water source: surface water

Serves: 98,948

USGS environmental estimate: 140 PPM

Source context

How this city reading is built

This city reading is a weighted rollup across 13 matched water systems and 1 ZIP code. Citywide readings are useful for comparison, but individual utility zones and ZIPs can differ.

Source basis

11 verified treated-water sources

13 matched systems total for this city; treated-water reports are prioritized when available.

Water source profile

Primarily surface water

Surface-water hardness can shift with reservoirs, runoff, season, and treatment. This profile is weighted by known population served across matched systems.

Data recency

March 9, 2026

Dataset rebuilt March 9, 2026; individual utility reporting years can vary.

Hardness is a mineral-content reading, not a drinking-water safety rating. Use it for scale, appliance, and softener decisions; check your utility report or test your tap before sizing treatment equipment. See how we calculate local readings.

Water Systems in Gentry

These systems are matched to Gentry, AR. Citywide readings are useful for comparison, but the system serving a specific address may differ from the city average.

13 water systems

PWSID is the public water system identifier. Data Source shows whether the hardness value comes from a treated-water report, USGS monitoring, or a local estimate; source year is shown when available.

Water System	Source	Hardness	Pop. Served	Data Source
Springdale Water Utilities AR0000575	surface water	30 PPM Soft USGS estimate: 140 PPM	98,948	Verified — Annual Water Quality Report
Rogers Water Utilities AR0000055	surface water	30 PPM Soft USGS estimate: 140 PPM	81,443	Verified — Annual Water Quality Report
Bentonville Water Utilities AR0000041	surface water	30 PPM Soft USGS estimate: 185 PPM	51,250	Verified — Annual Water Quality Report
Bella Vista Poa AR0000039	surface water	30 PPM Soft USGS estimate: 185 PPM	39,419	Verified — Annual Water Quality Report
Centerton Waterworks AR0000044	surface water	30 PPM Soft USGS estimate: 95 PPM	27,243	Verified — Annual Water Quality Report

Springdale Water Utilities

AR0000575

Soft

30 PPMsurface water98,948 servedVerified — Annual Water Quality Report

Source water: 140 PPM

Rogers Water Utilities

AR0000055

Soft

30 PPMsurface water81,443 servedVerified — Annual Water Quality Report

Source water: 140 PPM

Bentonville Water Utilities

AR0000041

Soft

30 PPMsurface water51,250 servedVerified — Annual Water Quality Report

Source water: 185 PPM

Bella Vista Poa

AR0000039

Soft

30 PPMsurface water39,419 servedVerified — Annual Water Quality Report

Source water: 185 PPM

Centerton Waterworks

AR0000044

Soft

30 PPMsurface water27,243 servedVerified — Annual Water Quality Report

Source water: 95 PPM

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Zip Codes in Gentry, AR

7273433

What This Means For You

Recommendations are based on the displayed hardness reading. Confirm your tap reading before sizing or buying treatment equipment.

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Your water hardness is in the soft range. You likely don't need a water softener. Enjoy your naturally soft water!

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Frequently Asked Questions

How hard is the water in Gentry, AR?

The citywide weighted average water hardness in Gentry, AR is 33 PPM (2 GPG), classified as soft. This is based on 13 matched water systems. The gauge highlights Springdale Water Utilities, a verified treated-water system, because individual systems can differ from the citywide average.

Do I need a water softener in Gentry, AR?

At 33 PPM, the citywide average is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary.

Is hard water in Gentry, AR safe to drink?

Water hardness itself is a mineral-content reading, not a drinking-water safety rating. Calcium and magnesium are naturally occurring minerals, but you should check your utility's Consumer Confidence Report for contaminant and compliance information.

How many water systems serve Gentry, AR?

Gentry, Arkansas is served by 13 matched water systems across 1 zip code.

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