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Water Hardness in Point Pleasant, WV

West Virginia · 1 zip codes · 6 matched water systems

61 PPM
3.6 GPG
Slightly Hard
0Soft60120180300+
High Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Dataset updated March 9, 20266 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 6 matched water systems and 1 ZIP code. Citywide readings are useful for comparison, but individual utility zones and ZIPs can differ.

Source basis
2 USGS-backed sources
6 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 Point Pleasant

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

6 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.
Point Pleasant Water Works
WV3302710
Soft
40 PPMgroundwater5,146 servedEstimated — Nearby Data
Mason Co Psd-Lakin Dist
WV3302712
Slightly Hard
83 PPMgroundwater4,296 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring
Mason Co Psd-Letart
WV3302713
Slightly Hard
83 PPMgroundwater3,303 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring
Mason Co Psd-Crab Creek
WV3302714
Soft
40 PPMgroundwater2,039 servedEstimated — Nearby Data
Mason County Psd-Camp Conley
WV3302702
Soft
40 PPMgroundwater497 servedEstimated — Nearby Data
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Zip Codes in Point Pleasant, WV

What This Means For You

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

Slightly Hard Water

Your water is slightly hard. You may notice minor spotting on dishes or a slight film on faucets. A water softener is optional but can improve water quality.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How hard is the water in Point Pleasant, WV?

The citywide weighted average water hardness in Point Pleasant, WV is 61 PPM (3.6 GPG), classified as slightly hard. This is based on 6 matched water systems.

Do I need a water softener in Point Pleasant, WV?

At 61 PPM, the citywide average is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary.

Is hard water in Point Pleasant, WV 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 Point Pleasant, WV?

Point Pleasant, West Virginia is served by 6 matched water systems across 1 zip code.

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