Where does the water in 16410 come from?

Water for zip code 16410 in Cranesville, Pennsylvania 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 16410

Cranesville, Pennsylvania · Erie County

120 PPM

7 GPG

Slightly Hard

0Soft60120180300+

Verified - Annual Water Quality Report

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

2 verified treated-water sources

3 matched systems total for this ZIP; treated-water reports are prioritized when available.

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 16410

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
Erie City Water Authority PA6250028	surface water	120 PPM Moderately Hard USGS estimate: 110 PPM	220,001	Verified - Annual Water Quality Report
Summit Township Water Authorit PA6250090	surface water	120 PPM Moderately Hard USGS estimate: 110 PPM	12,500	Verified - Annual Water Quality Report
Cranesville Water Department PA6250078	groundwater	64 PPM Slightly Hard	638	High Confidence - USGS Monitoring

Erie City Water Authority

PA6250028

Moderately Hard

120 PPMsurface water220,001 servedVerified - Annual Water Quality Report

Source water: 110 PPM

Summit Township Water Authorit

PA6250090

Moderately Hard

120 PPMsurface water12,500 servedVerified - Annual Water Quality Report

Source water: 110 PPM

Cranesville Water Department

PA6250078

Slightly Hard

64 PPMgroundwater638 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 Cranesville, PA (16410)?

The average water hardness in 16410 is 120 PPM (7 GPG), which is classified as slightly hard.

Do I need a water softener in 16410?

At 120 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary.

Is hard water in 16410 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 16410?

Zip code 16410 in Cranesville, Pennsylvania is served by 3 water systems.