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Water Hardness in 35648

Lexington, Alabama · Lauderdale County

83 PPM
4.8 GPG
Slightly Hard
0Soft60120180300+
Verified - Annual Water Quality Report

Dataset updated March 9, 2026Matched to 4 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 4 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 verified treated-water sources
4 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 35648

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.

4 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.
Florence, Water Department, City Of
AL0000783
Slightly Hard
80 PPMsurface water77,766 servedVerified - Annual Water Quality Report
Source water: 182 PPM
West Lauderdale Co Water & Fpa
AL0000794
Slightly Hard
80 PPMsurface water15,681 servedVerified - Annual Water Quality Report
Source water: 182 PPM
East Lauderdale County Water Authority
AL0001424
Slightly Hard
80 PPMgroundwater10,296 servedVerified - Annual Water Quality Report
Source water: 182 PPM
Lexington Water Works And Sewer
AL0000788
Hard
181 PPMgroundwater2,910 servedEstimated - Nearby Data

Nearby Zip Codes

3845722735645803848122535610803846922035652853847323435634803846821935647833846023438463234

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 Lexington, AL (35648)?

The average water hardness in 35648 is 83 PPM (4.8 GPG), which is classified as slightly hard.

Do I need a water softener in 35648?

At 83 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary.

Is hard water in 35648 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 35648?

Zip code 35648 in Lexington, Alabama is served by 4 water systems.

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