Where does the water in 24121 come from?

Water for zip code 24121 in Moneta, Virginia is provided by 7 water systems. Contact your local utility for specific source information, or check our detailed page for your area.

Water Hardness in 24121

Q: Is the water hard in Moneta, VA (24121)?

The average water hardness in 24121 is 10 PPM (0.6 GPG), which is classified as soft. No water treatment is typically needed.

Q: Do I need a water softener in 24121?

At 10 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary, though some homeowners prefer the feel of softened water.

Moneta, Virginia · Bedford County

10 PPM

0.6 GPG

Soft

0Soft60120180300+

Estimated — Nearby Data

Dataset updated March 9, 2026Matched to 7 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 7 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

7 estimated sources

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

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 24121

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.

7 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
Bedford Regional Water Authority (Brwa) VA5019052	surface water	5 PPM Soft	38,794	Estimated — Nearby Data
Park Place VA5067725	groundwater	181 PPM Hard	501	Estimated — Nearby Data
Knoll Woods/Ivy Acres VA5031500	groundwater	181 PPM Hard	360	Estimated — Nearby Data
Idlewood Shores VA5067341	groundwater	181 PPM Hard	100	Estimated — Nearby Data
Lynville On The Lake VA5067466	groundwater	181 PPM Hard	90	Estimated — Nearby Data

Bedford Regional Water Authority (Brwa)

VA5019052

Soft

5 PPMsurface water38,794 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Park Place

VA5067725

Hard

181 PPMgroundwater501 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Knoll Woods/Ivy Acres

VA5031500

Hard

181 PPMgroundwater360 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Idlewood Shores

VA5067341

Hard

181 PPMgroundwater100 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Lynville On The Lake

VA5067466

Hard

181 PPMgroundwater90 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

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Nearby Zip Codes

240955 24101181 2418430 241045 24179181 2417630 2409230 241745 245238 2416130 2401440 2457179

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 Moneta, VA (24121)?

Our estimate for 24121 is 10 PPM (0.6 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 24121?

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

Is hard water in 24121 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 24121?

Zip code 24121 in Moneta, Virginia is served by 7 water systems.

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