Where does the water in 25541 come from?

Water for zip code 25541 in Milton, West Virginia 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 25541

Milton, West Virginia · Cabell County

90 PPM

5.3 GPG

Slightly Hard

0Soft60120180300+

Verified - Annual Water Quality Report

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

1 verified treated-water source

2 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 25541

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
Wvawc - Huntington Dist WV3300608	surface water	80 PPM Slightly Hard USGS estimate: 467 PPM	98,647	Verified - Annual Water Quality Report
Milton Water WV3300609	surface water	268 PPM Very Hard	5,446	Estimated - Nearby Data

Wvawc - Huntington Dist

WV3300608

Slightly Hard

80 PPMsurface water98,647 servedVerified - Annual Water Quality Report

Source water: 467 PPM

Milton Water

WV3300609

Very Hard

268 PPMsurface water5,446 servedEstimated - Nearby Data

Nearby Zip Codes

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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 Milton, WV (25541)?

The average water hardness in 25541 is 90 PPM (5.3 GPG), which is classified as slightly hard.

Do I need a water softener in 25541?

At 90 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary.

Is hard water in 25541 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 25541?

Zip code 25541 in Milton, West Virginia is served by 2 water systems.