Where does the water in 16950 come from?

Water for zip code 16950 in Little Marsh, Pennsylvania is provided by 1 water system. Contact your local utility for specific source information, or check our detailed page for your area.

Water Hardness in 16950

Q: Is the water hard in Little Marsh, PA (16950)?

The average water hardness in 16950 is 39 PPM (2.3 GPG), which is classified as soft. No water treatment is typically needed.

Q: Do I need a water softener in 16950?

At 39 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary, though some homeowners prefer the feel of softened water.

Little Marsh, Pennsylvania · Tioga County

39 PPM

2.3 GPG

Soft

0Soft60120180300+

Estimated — Nearby Data

Dataset updated March 9, 2026Matched to 1 water systemTap readings can vary by utility zone, treatment, and plumbing. Methodology

Source context

How this ZIP reading is built

This ZIP reading is built from 1 matched water system. When more than one system is matched, the displayed value is weighted toward larger known service populations when that data is available.

Source basis

1 estimated source

This ZIP reading needs local confirmation before equipment sizing or purchase decisions.

Water source profile

Primarily groundwater

Groundwater commonly picks up calcium and magnesium after contact with rock and soil. 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 16950

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.

1 water system

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
Westfield Borough Waterworks PA2590043	groundwater	39 PPM Soft	1,300	Estimated — Nearby Data

Westfield Borough Waterworks

PA2590043

Soft

39 PPMgroundwater1,300 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Nearby Zip Codes

1694316 1692839 1692796 1693716 14885132 1694269 1693516 1694840 1692124 14898129 1694116 14877129

What This Means For You

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

Your Water Is Soft

Your water hardness is in the soft range. You likely don't need a water softener. Enjoy your naturally soft water!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water hard in Little Marsh, PA (16950)?

Our estimate for 16950 is 39 PPM (2.3 GPG), but it is based on nearby, county, or state-level data rather than a direct treated tap-water report for this exact location. Confirm with your utility or a home test.

Do I need a water softener in 16950?

Do not size a softener from this estimate alone. Confirm the actual tap-water hardness before choosing treatment equipment.

Is hard water in 16950 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 16950?

Zip code 16950 in Little Marsh, Pennsylvania is served by 1 water system.

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