Where does the water in 36426 come from?

Water for zip code 36426 in East Brewton, Alabama is provided by 5 water systems. Contact your local utility for specific source information, or check our detailed page for your area.

Water Hardness in 36426

Q: Is the water hard in East Brewton, AL (36426)?

The average water hardness in 36426 is 43 PPM (2.5 GPG), which is classified as soft. No water treatment is typically needed.

Q: Do I need a water softener in 36426?

At 43 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary, though some homeowners prefer the feel of softened water.

East Brewton, Alabama · Escambia County

43 PPM

2.5 GPG

Soft

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Estimated — Nearby Data

Dataset updated March 9, 2026Matched to 5 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 5 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

5 estimated sources

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

Water source profile

Primarily groundwater

Groundwater commonly picks up calcium and magnesium after contact with rock and soil. 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 36426

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.

5 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
West Escambia Utilities Inc. AL0000553	groundwater	43 PPM Soft	12,060	Estimated — County Avg
Brewton Water Works AL0000555	groundwater	43 PPM Soft	11,430	Estimated — County Avg
Mccall Water System Inc AL0000566	groundwater	43 PPM Soft	8,400	Estimated — Nearby Data
East Brewton Water & Sewer Board AL0000558	groundwater	43 PPM Soft	2,994	Estimated — Nearby Data
Riverview Water Works AL0000570	groundwater	43 PPM Soft	903	Estimated — County Avg

West Escambia Utilities Inc.

AL0000553

Soft

43 PPMgroundwater12,060 servedEstimated — County Avg

Brewton Water Works

AL0000555

Soft

43 PPMgroundwater11,430 servedEstimated — County Avg

Mccall Water System Inc

AL0000566

Soft

43 PPMgroundwater8,400 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

East Brewton Water & Sewer Board

AL0000558

Soft

43 PPMgroundwater2,994 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Riverview Water Works

AL0000570

Soft

43 PPMgroundwater903 servedEstimated — County Avg

Nearby Zip Codes

36432126 3644143 3647340 3256513 36475126 325354 3650243 3648321 36401126 3257012 3253155 325683

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 East Brewton, AL (36426)?

Our estimate for 36426 is 43 PPM (2.5 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 36426?

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

Is hard water in 36426 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 36426?

Zip code 36426 in East Brewton, Alabama is served by 5 water systems.

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