Where does the water in 14748 come from?

Water for zip code 14748 in Kill Buck, New York 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 14748

Kill Buck, New York · Cattaraugus County

110 PPM

6.4 GPG

Slightly Hard

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

2 USGS-backed sources

2 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 14748

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
Olean City NY0400345	surface water	108 PPM Slightly Hard	14,500	High Confidence — USGS Monitoring
Twin Lakes Mobile Homes NY0400884	groundwater	164 PPM Moderately Hard	550	High Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Olean City

NY0400345

Slightly Hard

108 PPMsurface water14,500 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Twin Lakes Mobile Homes

NY0400884

Moderately Hard

164 PPMgroundwater550 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring

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What This Means For You

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

Slightly Hard Water

Your water is slightly hard. You may notice minor spotting on dishes or a slight film on faucets. A water softener is optional but can improve water quality.

Recommended Products

Water Hardness Test Kit

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

Salt-Free Water Conditioner

Our PickSpringWell Salt-Free Cartridge

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water hard in Kill Buck, NY (14748)?

The average water hardness in 14748 is 110 PPM (6.4 GPG), which is classified as slightly hard.

Do I need a water softener in 14748?

At 110 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary.

Is hard water in 14748 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 14748?

Zip code 14748 in Kill Buck, New York is served by 2 water systems.