Where does the water in 03814 come from?

Water for zip code 03814 in Center Ossipee, 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 03814

Q: Is the water hard in Center Ossipee, NH (03814)?

The average water hardness in 03814 is 16 PPM (1 GPG), which is classified as soft. No water treatment is typically needed.

Q: Do I need a water softener in 03814?

At 16 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary, though some homeowners prefer the feel of softened water.

Center Ossipee, New Hampshire · Carroll County

16 PPM

1 GPG

Soft

0Soft60120180300+

Estimated — Nearby Data

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

3 estimated sources

This ZIP reading needs local confirmation before equipment sizing or purchase decisions.

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 Serving 03814

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
Bluffs At Ossipee Lake NH1842010	groundwater	16 PPM Soft	265	Estimated — Nearby Data
Ossipee Mountains Estates NH1843010	groundwater	16 PPM Soft	255	Estimated — Nearby Data
Lost Valley NH0732030	groundwater	16 PPM Soft	206	Estimated — Nearby Data

Bluffs At Ossipee Lake

NH1842010

Soft

16 PPMgroundwater265 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Ossipee Mountains Estates

NH1843010

Soft

16 PPMgroundwater255 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Lost Valley

NH0732030

Soft

16 PPMgroundwater206 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Nearby Zip Codes

0381620 0386423 0383619 0388225 0388316 0384916 0381716 0388616 0387525 0325420 0385325 0389420

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 Center Ossipee, NH (03814)?

Our estimate for 03814 is 16 PPM (1 GPG), but it is based on nearby, county, or state-level data rather than a direct treated tap-water report for this exact location. Confirm with your utility or a home test.

Do I need a water softener in 03814?

Do not size a softener from this estimate alone. Confirm the actual tap-water hardness before choosing treatment equipment.

Is hard water in 03814 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 03814?

Zip code 03814 in Center Ossipee, New Hampshire is served by 3 water systems.

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