Where does the water in 38232 come from?

Water for zip code 38232 in Hornbeak, Tennessee is provided by 4 water systems. Contact your local utility for specific source information, or check our detailed page for your area.

Water Hardness in 38232

Q: Is the water hard in Hornbeak, TN (38232)?

The average water hardness in 38232 is 56 PPM (3.3 GPG), which is classified as soft. No water treatment is typically needed.

Q: Do I need a water softener in 38232?

At 56 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary, though some homeowners prefer the feel of softened water.

Hornbeak, Tennessee · Obion County

56 PPM

3.3 GPG

Soft

0Soft60120180300+

Estimated — Nearby Data

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

4 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 38232

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.

Water System	Source	Hardness	Pop. Served	Data Source
Union City Water Dept TN0000720	groundwater	44 PPM Soft	16,180	Estimated — County Avg
Hornbeak Utility District TN0000311	groundwater	123 PPM Moderately Hard	1,416	Estimated — Nearby Data
Samburg Utility District TN0000607	groundwater	123 PPM Moderately Hard	736	Estimated — Nearby Data
Reelfoot Water Association TN0000757	groundwater	123 PPM Moderately Hard	644	Estimated — Nearby Data

Union City Water Dept

TN0000720

Soft

44 PPMgroundwater16,180 servedEstimated — County Avg

Hornbeak Utility District

TN0000311

Moderately Hard

123 PPMgroundwater1,416 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Samburg Utility District

TN0000607

Moderately Hard

123 PPMgroundwater736 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Reelfoot Water Association

TN0000757

Moderately Hard

123 PPMgroundwater644 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Nearby Zip Codes

3826042 3824056 3826144 3825944 4205024 3825344 38080123 3805944 3823322 63873157 63866189 63869189

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 Hornbeak, TN (38232)?

Our estimate for 38232 is 56 PPM (3.3 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 38232?

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

Is hard water in 38232 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 38232?

Zip code 38232 in Hornbeak, Tennessee is served by 4 water systems.

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