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Water Hardness in Green Lake, WI

Wisconsin · 1 zip codes · 3 matched water systems

230 PPM
13.4 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 Green Lake

These systems are matched to Green Lake, WI. 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.
Green Lake Waterworks
WI4240217
Hard
230 PPMgroundwater1,002 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring
Dakota Capital Mhc Llc
WI4700271
Hard
230 PPMgroundwater102 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring
Lamplighter Mhc Llc
WI4240221
Hard
230 PPMgroundwater80 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Zip Codes in Green Lake, WI

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 Green Lake, WI?

The citywide weighted average water hardness in Green Lake, WI is 230 PPM (13.4 GPG), classified as hard. This is based on 3 matched water systems.

Do I need a water softener in Green Lake, WI?

With a citywide average hardness of 230 PPM, a water softener is recommended for homes in Green Lake. Confirm your tap reading before sizing equipment.

Is hard water in Green Lake, WI 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 Green Lake, WI?

Green Lake, Wisconsin is served by 3 matched water systems across 1 zip code.

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