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Water Hardness in Itasca, TX

Texas · 1 zip codes · 16 matched water systems

9 PPM
0.5 GPG
Soft
0Soft60120180300+
High Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Dataset updated March 9, 202616 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 16 matched water systems and 1 ZIP code. Citywide readings are useful for comparison, but individual utility zones and ZIPs can differ.

Source basis
15 USGS-backed sources
16 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 Itasca

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

16 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.
Cedar Creek Water System
TX1090012
Soft
9 PPMgroundwater3,720 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring
Files Valley Wsc
TX1090035
Soft
9 PPMsurface water3,600 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring
Rocky Creek Water System
TX0180015
Soft
9 PPMgroundwater2,814 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring
White Bluff
TX1090073
Soft
12 PPMgroundwater2,319 servedEstimated — County Avg
City Of Itasca
TX1090003
Soft
9 PPMgroundwater1,625 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring
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Zip Codes in Itasca, TX

760559

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 Itasca, TX?

The citywide weighted average water hardness in Itasca, TX is 9 PPM (0.5 GPG), classified as soft. This is based on 16 matched water systems.

Do I need a water softener in Itasca, TX?

At 9 PPM, the citywide average is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary.

Is hard water in Itasca, TX 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 Itasca, TX?

Itasca, Texas is served by 16 matched water systems across 1 zip code.

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