Where does the water in 03777 come from?

Water for zip code 03777 in Orford, New Hampshire is provided by 2 water systems. Contact your local utility for specific source information, or check our detailed page for your area.

Water Hardness in 03777

Orford, New Hampshire · Grafton County

9 PPM

0.5 GPG

Soft

0Soft60120180300+

High Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Dataset updated March 9, 2026Matched to 2 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 2 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

2 USGS-backed sources

2 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 03777

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.

2 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
Orford Village Dist NH1831010	groundwater	83 PPM Slightly Hard	128	High Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Lebanon Water Dept

NH1321010

Soft

8 PPMsurface water10,050 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Orford Village Dist

NH1831010

Slightly Hard

83 PPMgroundwater128 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Nearby Zip Codes

037688 037798 032828 0504594 032668 0376514 0503394 0504314 032798 037808 037558 0508369

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 Orford, NH (03777)?

The average water hardness in 03777 is 9 PPM (0.5 GPG), which is classified as soft.

Do I need a water softener in 03777?

At 9 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary.

Is hard water in 03777 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 03777?

Zip code 03777 in Orford, New Hampshire is served by 2 water systems.

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