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Water Hardness in Beaver River, NY

New York · 1 zip codes · 4 matched water systems

178 PPM
10.4 GPG
Moderately Hard
0Soft60120180300+
High Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Dataset updated March 9, 20264 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 4 matched water systems and 1 ZIP code. Citywide readings are useful for comparison, but individual utility zones and ZIPs can differ.

Source basis
4 USGS-backed sources
4 matched systems total for this city; USGS monitoring is used where treated-water reports are unavailable.
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 Beaver River

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

4 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.
Lowville Village
NY2402365
Moderately Hard
177 PPMsurface water4,000 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring
Beaver Falls Water District
NY2402358
Hard
182 PPMgroundwater782 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring
Lowville (T) Wd #1
NY2430039
Moderately Hard
177 PPMsurface water350 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring
Watson Town Wd 4
NY2430145
Moderately Hard
177 PPMgroundwater300 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Zip Codes in Beaver River, NY

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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Frequently Asked Questions

How hard is the water in Beaver River, NY?

The citywide weighted average water hardness in Beaver River, NY is 178 PPM (10.4 GPG), classified as moderately hard. This is based on 4 matched water systems.

Do I need a water softener in Beaver River, NY?

With a citywide average hardness of 178 PPM, a water softener is worth considering for homes in Beaver River. Confirm your tap reading before sizing equipment.

Is hard water in Beaver River, NY 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 Beaver River, NY?

Beaver River, New York is served by 4 matched water systems across 1 zip code.

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