Where does the water in 03223 come from?

Water for zip code 03223 in Beebe River, New Hampshire is provided by 12 water systems. Contact your local utility for specific source information, or check our detailed page for your area.

Water Hardness in 03223

Beebe River, New Hampshire · Grafton County

25 PPM

1.4 GPG

Soft

0Soft60120180300+

High Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Dataset updated March 9, 2026Matched to 12 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 12 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

12 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 03223

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.

12 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
Waterville Estate Vlg Dist/W NH0341030	groundwater	83 PPM Slightly Hard	1,250	Estimated — Nearby Data
Campton Village Pct NH0341010	groundwater	83 PPM Slightly Hard	600	Estimated — Nearby Data
Owls Nest Golf Club And Condos NH2348110	groundwater	83 PPM Slightly Hard	272	Estimated — Nearby Data
Two Rivers Mhcc NH0343020	groundwater	83 PPM Slightly Hard	234	Estimated — Nearby Data

Lebanon Water Dept

NH1321010

Soft

8 PPMsurface water10,050 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Waterville Estate Vlg Dist/W

NH0341030

Slightly Hard

83 PPMgroundwater1,250 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Campton Village Pct

NH0341010

Slightly Hard

83 PPMgroundwater600 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Owls Nest Golf Club And Condos

NH2348110

Slightly Hard

83 PPMgroundwater272 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Two Rivers Mhcc

NH0343020

Slightly Hard

83 PPMgroundwater234 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

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Nearby Zip Codes

0326413 0321710 0325925 032627 032668 032798 0322725 0324111 032828 0322621 037858 0322211

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 Beebe River, NH (03223)?

The average water hardness in 03223 is 25 PPM (1.4 GPG), which is classified as soft.

Do I need a water softener in 03223?

At 25 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary.

Is hard water in 03223 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 03223?

Zip code 03223 in Beebe River, New Hampshire is served by 12 water systems.

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