Where does the water in 04037 come from?

Water for zip code 04037 in Fryeburg, Maine 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 04037

Fryeburg, Maine · Oxford County

43 PPM

2.5 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

1 USGS-backed source

2 matched systems total for this ZIP; 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 Serving 04037

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
Fryeburg Water Company ME0090600	groundwater	38 PPM Soft	2,085	High Confidence — USGS Monitoring
White Tail Ridge Association ME0098233	groundwater	136 PPM Moderately Hard	123	Estimated — Nearby Data

Fryeburg Water Company

ME0090600

Soft

38 PPMgroundwater2,085 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring

White Tail Ridge Association

ME0098233

Moderately Hard

136 PPMgroundwater123 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Nearby Zip Codes

0381316 0404020 0405120 0384516 0402220 0386016 0400921 0423120 0401020 038462 0408820 0383225

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 Fryeburg, ME (04037)?

The average water hardness in 04037 is 43 PPM (2.5 GPG), which is classified as soft.

Do I need a water softener in 04037?

At 43 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary.

Is hard water in 04037 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 04037?

Zip code 04037 in Fryeburg, Maine is served by 2 water systems.

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