Water Hardness in Sutter Creek, CA

Q: Do I need a water softener in Sutter Creek, CA?

At a citywide weighted average of 108 PPM, Sutter Creek has relatively soft water. A water softener is generally not necessary.

Q: How many water systems serve Sutter Creek, CA?

Sutter Creek, California has 5 matched water systems across 1 zip code.

California · 1 zip codes · 5 matched water systems

5 PPM

0.3 GPG

Soft

0Soft60120180300+

Verified — State Lab Tested

City avg (weighted): 108 PPM

Dataset updated March 9, 20265 matched water systems in the city rollupIndividual systems and ZIPs can differ. Methodology

System used for this reading

Sutter Pines Mhp

CA0300011

Water source: surface water

Source year: 2023

Serves: 40

USGS environmental estimate: 108 PPM

Source context

How this city reading is built

This city reading is a weighted rollup across 5 matched water systems and 1 ZIP code. Citywide readings are useful for comparison, but individual utility zones and ZIPs can differ.

Source basis

1 verified treated-water source

5 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

Report years 2023

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 Sutter Creek

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

5 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
Awa Buckhorn Plant CA0310012	surface water	108 PPM Slightly Hard	8,791	High Confidence — USGS Monitoring
Awa, Tanner CA0310003	surface water	108 PPM Slightly Hard	4,940	High Confidence — USGS Monitoring
Awa - Camanche Village CA0310021	groundwater	108 PPM Slightly Hard	2,402	High Confidence — USGS Monitoring
Awa La Mel Heights #3 CA0310019	groundwater	108 PPM Slightly Hard	188	High Confidence — USGS Monitoring
Sutter Pines Mhp CA0300011	surface water	5 PPM Soft USGS estimate: 108 PPM	40	Verified — State Lab Tested(2023)

Awa Buckhorn Plant

CA0310012

Slightly Hard

108 PPMsurface water8,791 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Awa, Tanner

CA0310003

Slightly Hard

108 PPMsurface water4,940 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Awa - Camanche Village

CA0310021

Slightly Hard

108 PPMgroundwater2,402 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Awa La Mel Heights #3

CA0310019

Slightly Hard

108 PPMgroundwater188 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Sutter Pines Mhp

CA0300011

Soft

5 PPMsurface water40 servedVerified — State Lab Tested

Source water: 108 PPM

Zip Codes in Sutter Creek, CA

95685108

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 Sutter Creek, CA?

The citywide weighted average water hardness in Sutter Creek, CA is 108 PPM (6.3 GPG), classified as slightly hard. This is based on 5 matched water systems. The gauge highlights Sutter Pines Mhp, a verified treated-water system, because individual systems can differ from the citywide average.

Do I need a water softener in Sutter Creek, CA?

At 108 PPM, the citywide average is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary.

Is hard water in Sutter Creek, CA 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 Sutter Creek, CA?

Sutter Creek, California is served by 5 matched water systems across 1 zip code.

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