Where does the water in 12827 come from?

Water for zip code 12827 in Fort Ann, New York 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 12827

Fort Ann, New York · Washington County

256 PPM

15 GPG

Very Hard

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

3 USGS-backed sources

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 12827

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
Washington Correctional NY5704191	surface water	276 PPM Very Hard	1,134	High Confidence - USGS Monitoring
Fort Ann Water Supply NY5700118	groundwater	218 PPM Hard	530	High Confidence - USGS Monitoring
Walker Farm NY5730136	unknown	218 PPM Hard	40	High Confidence - USGS Monitoring

Washington Correctional

NY5704191

Very Hard

276 PPMsurface water1,134 servedHigh Confidence - USGS Monitoring

Fort Ann Water Supply

NY5700118

Hard

218 PPMgroundwater530 servedHigh Confidence - USGS Monitoring

Walker Farm

NY5730136

Hard

218 PPMunknown40 servedHigh Confidence - USGS Monitoring

Nearby Zip Codes

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What This Means For You

Use this ZIP reading as a local planning estimate, not a final treatment specification. Hardness can vary by utility zone, seasonal blend, private well, and building plumbing. Confirm your tap reading with a utility report or home hardness test before sizing equipment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water hard in Fort Ann, NY (12827)?

The average water hardness in 12827 is 256 PPM (15 GPG), which is classified as very hard.

Do I need a water softener in 12827?

With hardness of 256 PPM, a water softener is recommended for homes in 12827.

Is hard water in 12827 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 12827?

Zip code 12827 in Fort Ann, New York is served by 3 water systems.