Water Hardness in Burnside, PA

Q: Do I need a water softener in Burnside, PA?

With a citywide weighted average hardness of 197 PPM, a water softener is recommended for homes in Burnside. A water softener is recommended to protect your plumbing and appliances.

Q: How many water systems serve Burnside, PA?

Burnside, Pennsylvania has 2 matched water systems across 1 zip code.

Pennsylvania · 1 zip codes · 2 matched water systems

197 PPM

11.5 GPG

Hard

0Soft60120180300+

High Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Dataset updated March 9, 20262 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 2 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

2 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 Burnside

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

2 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
Clearfield Municipal Auth PA6170008	surface water	200 PPM Hard	14,000	High Confidence — USGS Monitoring
Burnside Boro Water System PA6170004	groundwater	72 PPM Slightly Hard	325	Estimated — Nearby Data

Clearfield Municipal Auth

PA6170008

Hard

200 PPMsurface water14,000 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Burnside Boro Water System

PA6170004

Slightly Hard

72 PPMgroundwater325 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Zip Codes in Burnside, PA

15721197

What This Means For You

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

Hard Water - Treatment Recommended

Your water is hard. Scale buildup is likely affecting your plumbing and appliances, reducing their lifespan and efficiency. A water softener is recommended to protect your home.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How hard is the water in Burnside, PA?

The citywide weighted average water hardness in Burnside, PA is 197 PPM (11.5 GPG), classified as hard. This is based on 2 matched water systems.

Do I need a water softener in Burnside, PA?

With a citywide average hardness of 197 PPM, a water softener is recommended for homes in Burnside. Confirm your tap reading before sizing equipment.

Is hard water in Burnside, PA 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 Burnside, PA?

Burnside, Pennsylvania is served by 2 matched water systems across 1 zip code.