Water Hardness in Angie, LA

Q: Do I need a water softener in Angie, LA?

At a citywide weighted average of 8 PPM, Angie has relatively soft water. A water softener is generally not necessary.

Q: How many water systems serve Angie, LA?

Angie, Louisiana has 7 matched water systems across 1 zip code.

Louisiana · 1 zip codes · 7 matched water systems

8 PPM

0.5 GPG

Soft

0Soft60120180300+

High Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Dataset updated March 9, 20267 matched water systems in the city rollupIndividual systems and ZIPs can differ. Methodology

Source context

How this city reading is built

This city reading is a weighted rollup across 7 matched water systems and 1 ZIP code. Citywide readings are useful for comparison, but individual utility zones and ZIPs can differ.

Source basis

1 USGS-backed source

7 matched systems total for this city; USGS monitoring is used where treated-water reports are unavailable.

Water source profile

Primarily groundwater

Groundwater commonly picks up calcium and magnesium after contact with rock and soil. 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 Angie

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

7 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
City Of Bogalusa Water System LA1117001	groundwater	6 PPM Soft	14,000	High Confidence — USGS Monitoring
Varnado Water Works LA1117006	groundwater	12 PPM Soft	4,230	Estimated — Nearby Data
Bogue-Lusa Water Works District LA1117009	groundwater	12 PPM Soft	4,200	Estimated — Nearby Data
Mount Hermon Water District LA1117021	groundwater	9 PPM Soft	1,107	Estimated — County Avg
Varnado Water Works - Pine LA1117025	groundwater	12 PPM Soft	840	Estimated — Nearby Data

City Of Bogalusa Water System

LA1117001

Soft

6 PPMgroundwater14,000 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Varnado Water Works

LA1117006

Soft

12 PPMgroundwater4,230 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Bogue-Lusa Water Works District

LA1117009

Soft

12 PPMgroundwater4,200 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Mount Hermon Water District

LA1117021

Soft

9 PPMgroundwater1,107 servedEstimated — County Avg

Varnado Water Works - Pine

LA1117025

Soft

12 PPMgroundwater840 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

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Zip Codes in Angie, LA

704268

What This Means For You

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

Your Water Is Soft

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 Angie, LA?

The citywide weighted average water hardness in Angie, LA is 8 PPM (0.5 GPG), classified as soft. This is based on 7 matched water systems.

Do I need a water softener in Angie, LA?

At 8 PPM, the citywide average is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary.

Is hard water in Angie, LA 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 Angie, LA?

Angie, Louisiana is served by 7 matched water systems across 1 zip code.

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