Where does the water in 29067 come from?

Water for zip code 29067 in Kershaw, South Carolina 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 29067

Q: Is the water hard in Kershaw, SC (29067)?

The average water hardness in 29067 is 5 PPM (0.3 GPG), which is classified as soft. No water treatment is typically needed.

Q: Do I need a water softener in 29067?

At 5 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary, though some homeowners prefer the feel of softened water.

Kershaw, South Carolina · Lancaster County

5 PPM

0.3 GPG

Soft

0Soft60120180300+

Estimated — Nearby Data

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

3 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 29067

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
Lancaster County W&Sd (Sc2920001) SC2920001	surface water	5 PPM Soft	79,107	Estimated — County Avg
Lancaster City Of (Sc2910001) SC2910001	surface water	5 PPM Soft	14,074	Estimated — County Avg
Kershaw Town Of (Sc2910003) SC2910003	surface water	5 PPM Soft	2,567	Estimated — Nearby Data

Lancaster County W&Sd (Sc2920001)

SC2920001

Soft

5 PPMsurface water79,107 servedEstimated — County Avg

Lancaster City Of (Sc2910001)

SC2910001

Soft

5 PPMsurface water14,074 servedEstimated — County Avg

Kershaw Town Of (Sc2910003)

SC2910003

Soft

5 PPMsurface water2,567 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Nearby Zip Codes

291757 297182 290585 290096 290327 290207 291012 290747 297282 297205 297272 29055219

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 Kershaw, SC (29067)?

Our estimate for 29067 is 5 PPM (0.3 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 29067?

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

Is hard water in 29067 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 29067?

Zip code 29067 in Kershaw, South Carolina is served by 3 water systems.

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