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Water Hardness in Lytle, TX

Texas · 1 zip codes · 3 matched water systems

223 PPM
13.1 GPG
Hard
0Soft60120180300+
High Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Dataset updated March 9, 20263 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 3 matched water systems and 1 ZIP code. Citywide readings are useful for comparison, but individual utility zones and ZIPs can differ.

Source basis
3 USGS-backed sources
3 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 Lytle

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

3 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.
Benton City Wsc
TX1630034
Very Hard
251 PPMgroundwater20,940 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring
City Of Pleasanton
TX0070003
Hard
183 PPMgroundwater17,985 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring
City Of Lytle
TX0070004
Very Hard
251 PPMgroundwater4,860 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Zip Codes in Lytle, TX

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 Lytle, TX?

The citywide weighted average water hardness in Lytle, TX is 223 PPM (13.1 GPG), classified as hard. This is based on 3 matched water systems.

Do I need a water softener in Lytle, TX?

With a citywide average hardness of 223 PPM, a water softener is recommended for homes in Lytle. Confirm your tap reading before sizing equipment.

Is hard water in Lytle, 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 Lytle, TX?

Lytle, Texas is served by 3 matched water systems across 1 zip code.

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