Water Hardness in 14568

Walworth, New York · Wayne County

369 PPM
21.6 GPG
Very Hard
0Soft60120180300+
High Confidence - USGS Monitoring

Dataset updated March 9, 2026Matched to 5 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 5 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
5 USGS-backed sources
5 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 14568

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.

5 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.
313 PPMsurface water24,267 servedHigh Confidence - USGS Monitoring
464 PPMsurface water10,136 servedHigh Confidence - USGS Monitoring
Very Hard
464 PPMsurface water3,580 servedHigh Confidence - USGS Monitoring
Very Hard
464 PPMgroundwater600 servedHigh Confidence - USGS Monitoring
Very Hard
464 PPMgroundwater40 servedHigh Confidence - USGS Monitoring

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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 Walworth, NY (14568)?

The average water hardness in 14568 is 369 PPM (21.6 GPG), which is classified as very hard.

Do I need a water softener in 14568?

With hardness of 369 PPM, a water softener is recommended for homes in 14568.

Is hard water in 14568 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 14568?

Zip code 14568 in Walworth, New York is served by 5 water systems.

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