Where does the water in 13650 come from?

Water for zip code 13650 in Henderson, 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 13650

Henderson, New York · Jefferson County

144 PPM

8.4 GPG

Moderately 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 13650

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
Fort Drum NY2212214	surface water	227 PPM Hard	34,000	High Confidence — USGS Monitoring
Watertown City NY2202346	surface water	42 PPM Soft	27,861	High Confidence — USGS Monitoring
Henderson Town Wd 1,2 NY2230027	surface water	167 PPM Moderately Hard	700	High Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Fort Drum

NY2212214

Hard

227 PPMsurface water34,000 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Watertown City

NY2202346

Soft

42 PPMsurface water27,861 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Henderson Town Wd 1,2

NY2230027

Moderately Hard

167 PPMsurface water700 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Nearby Zip Codes

13605146 13661144 13685144 13606145 13145239 13693144 13634146 13682144 13083241 13142230 13615147 13659144

What This Means For You

Recommendations are based on the displayed ZIP hardness reading. Confirm your tap reading before sizing or buying treatment equipment.

Moderately Hard Water

Your water is moderately hard. You're likely seeing scale buildup on fixtures, spotty dishes, and may notice dry skin or hair. A water softener or conditioner can help.

Recommended Products

Water Hardness Test Kit

Our PickVarify (150 Strips)Also GreatJNW Direct (150 Strips)

Salt-Free Water Conditioner

Our PickSpringWell Salt-Free Cartridge

Salt-Based Water Softener

Our PickAFWFilters Fleck 5600SXT 48K Also GreatWhirlpool WHES40E 40K Also GreatAFWFilters 64K Grain Also GreatAFWFilters Iron Pro 2 64K Also GreatSpringWell Filter + Softener Combo

Shower Head Filter

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Learn more: Do I Need a Water Softener? | Salt-Based vs Salt-Free | Size Calculator | How to Test Your Water

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water hard in Henderson, NY (13650)?

The average water hardness in 13650 is 144 PPM (8.4 GPG), which is classified as moderately hard.

Do I need a water softener in 13650?

With hardness of 144 PPM, a water softener is worth considering for homes in 13650.

Is hard water in 13650 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 13650?

Zip code 13650 in Henderson, New York is served by 3 water systems.