Where does the water in 03217 come from?

Water for zip code 03217 in Ashland, New Hampshire is provided by 3 water systems. Contact your local utility for specific source information, or check our detailed page for your area.

Water Hardness in 03217

Ashland, New Hampshire · Grafton County

10 PPM

0.6 GPG

Soft

0Soft60120180300+

High Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Dataset updated March 9, 2026Matched to 3 water systemsTap readings can vary by utility zone, treatment, and plumbing. Methodology

Source context

How this ZIP reading is built

This ZIP reading is built from 3 matched water systems. When more than one system is matched, the displayed value is weighted toward larger known service populations when that data is available.

Source basis

1 USGS-backed source

3 matched systems total for this ZIP; USGS monitoring is used where treated-water reports are unavailable.

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 Serving 03217

These are the systems matched to this ZIP code. The displayed ZIP value is weighted toward larger known service populations when population data is available.

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.

Water System	Source	Hardness	Pop. Served	Data Source
Lebanon Water Dept NH1321010	surface water	8 PPM Soft	10,050	High Confidence — USGS Monitoring
Ashland Water Dept NH0101010	groundwater	21 PPM Soft	1,525	Estimated — Nearby Data
Ropewalk Services NH0102010	groundwater	21 PPM Soft	290	Estimated — Nearby Data

Lebanon Water Dept

NH1321010

Soft

8 PPMsurface water10,050 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Ashland Water Dept

NH0101010

Soft

21 PPMgroundwater1,525 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Ropewalk Services

NH0102010

Soft

21 PPMgroundwater290 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Nearby Zip Codes

0326413 0325620 0322621 0324111 0322325 0325318 0322211 0322725 0325925 0324621 032668 0326921

What This Means For You

Recommendations are based on the displayed ZIP 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

Is the water hard in Ashland, NH (03217)?

The average water hardness in 03217 is 10 PPM (0.6 GPG), which is classified as soft.

Do I need a water softener in 03217?

At 10 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary.

Is hard water in 03217 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 03217?

Zip code 03217 in Ashland, New Hampshire is served by 3 water systems.

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