Water Hardness in Hollins, VA

Q: Do I need a water softener in Hollins, VA?

At a citywide weighted average of 38 PPM, Hollins has relatively soft water. A water softener is generally not necessary.

Q: How many water systems serve Hollins, VA?

Hollins, Virginia has 23 matched water systems across 1 zip code.

Virginia · 1 zip codes · 23 matched water systems

30 PPM

1.8 GPG

Soft

0Soft60120180300+

Verified — Annual Water Quality Report

City avg (weighted): 38 PPM

Dataset updated March 9, 202623 matched water systems in the city rollupIndividual systems and ZIPs can differ. Methodology

System used for this reading

Western Virginia Water Authority

VA2770900

Water source: surface water

Serves: 182,700

USGS environmental estimate: 181 PPM

Source context

How this city reading is built

This city reading is a weighted rollup across 23 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

23 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 Hollins

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

23 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
Western Virginia Water Authority VA2770900	surface water	30 PPM Soft USGS estimate: 181 PPM	182,700	Verified — Annual Water Quality Report
Westlake Area Public Water System VA5067244	surface water	181 PPM Hard	3,525	High Confidence — USGS Monitoring
Wvwa Ferrum Water System VA5067120	groundwater	181 PPM Hard	1,996	High Confidence — USGS Monitoring
The Waters Edge VA5067961	groundwater	181 PPM Hard	949	High Confidence — USGS Monitoring
Dillards Hill VA5067415	groundwater	181 PPM Hard	755	High Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Western Virginia Water Authority

VA2770900

Soft

30 PPMsurface water182,700 servedVerified — Annual Water Quality Report

Source water: 181 PPM

Westlake Area Public Water System

VA5067244

Hard

181 PPMsurface water3,525 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Wvwa Ferrum Water System

VA5067120

Hard

181 PPMgroundwater1,996 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring

The Waters Edge

VA5067961

Hard

181 PPMgroundwater949 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Dillards Hill

VA5067415

Hard

181 PPMgroundwater755 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring

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Zip Codes in Hollins, VA

2401938

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 Hollins, VA?

The citywide weighted average water hardness in Hollins, VA is 38 PPM (2.2 GPG), classified as soft. This is based on 23 matched water systems. The gauge highlights Western Virginia Water Authority, a verified treated-water system, because individual systems can differ from the citywide average.

Do I need a water softener in Hollins, VA?

At 38 PPM, the citywide average is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary.

Is hard water in Hollins, VA 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 Hollins, VA?

Hollins, Virginia is served by 23 matched water systems across 1 zip code.

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