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Water Hardness in Old Town, ME

Maine · 1 zip codes · 5 matched water systems

20 PPM
1.2 GPG
Soft
0Soft60120180300+
Verified — Annual Water Quality Report

City avg (weighted): 36 PPM

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

System used for this reading
Bangor Water District
ME0090110
Water source: surface water
Serves: 27,298
USGS environmental estimate: 8 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
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 Old Town

These systems are matched to Old Town, ME. 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.
Bangor Water District
ME0090110
Soft
20 PPMsurface water27,298 servedVerified — Annual Water Quality Report
Source water: 8 PPM
Old Town Water District
ME0091200
Slightly Hard
93 PPMgroundwater7,648 servedEstimated — Nearby Data
Country Mobile Home Park
ME0007543
Slightly Hard
93 PPMgroundwater155 servedEstimated — Nearby Data
Streets Mobile Home Park
ME0095701
Slightly Hard
93 PPMgroundwater65 servedEstimated — Nearby Data
Harriman Cove Park Llc
ME0002245
Slightly Hard
93 PPMgroundwater45 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Zip Codes in Old Town, ME

0446836

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 Old Town, ME?

The citywide weighted average water hardness in Old Town, ME is 36 PPM (2.1 GPG), classified as soft. This is based on 5 matched water systems. The gauge highlights Bangor Water District, a verified treated-water system, because individual systems can differ from the citywide average.

Do I need a water softener in Old Town, ME?

At 36 PPM, the citywide average is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary.

Is hard water in Old Town, ME 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 Old Town, ME?

Old Town, Maine is served by 5 matched water systems across 1 zip code.

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