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Water Hardness in 31822

Pine Mountain, Georgia · Harris County

37 PPM
2.2 GPG
Soft
0Soft60120180300+
High Confidence - USGS Monitoring

Dataset updated March 9, 2026Matched to 6 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 6 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 USGS-backed source
6 matched systems total for this ZIP; USGS monitoring is used where treated-water reports are unavailable.
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 31822

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.

6 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.
Harris County Water System
GA1450011
Soft
27 PPMsurface water22,922 servedEstimated - Nearby Data
Callaway Gardens Resorts, Inc.
GA1450006
Slightly Hard
72 PPMgroundwater2,685 servedEstimated - Nearby Data
Pine Mountain
GA1450001
Slightly Hard
72 PPMgroundwater2,135 servedEstimated - Nearby Data
Pine Mountain Valley
GA1450005
Slightly Hard
72 PPMgroundwater1,209 servedHigh Confidence - USGS Monitoring
Pine Mountain Club Chalets
GA1450009
Slightly Hard
72 PPMgroundwater280 servedEstimated - Nearby Data
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Nearby Zip Codes

3182327318113131833273183072302412731826283180427302222318072730240273181623685458

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 Pine Mountain, GA (31822)?

The average water hardness in 31822 is 37 PPM (2.2 GPG), which is classified as soft.

Do I need a water softener in 31822?

At 37 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary.

Is hard water in 31822 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 31822?

Zip code 31822 in Pine Mountain, Georgia is served by 6 water systems.

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