Where does the water in 39083 come from?

Water for zip code 39083 in Hazlehurst, Mississippi 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 39083

Q: Is the water hard in Hazlehurst, MS (39083)?

The average water hardness in 39083 is 1 PPM (0.1 GPG), which is classified as soft. No water treatment is typically needed.

Q: Do I need a water softener in 39083?

At 1 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary, though some homeowners prefer the feel of softened water.

Hazlehurst, Mississippi · Copiah County

1 PPM

0.1 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 39083

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
Town Of Hazlehurst MS0150007	groundwater	1 PPM Soft	3,600	Estimated — Nearby Data
Copiah W/A - Hazlehurst MS0150002	groundwater	1 PPM Soft	2,574	Estimated — County Avg
Copiah W/A - Gallman MS0150004	groundwater	1 PPM Soft	1,566	Estimated — County Avg
Copiah W/A - Bayou Pierre #1 MS0150001	groundwater	1 PPM Soft	1,246	Estimated — County Avg

Town Of Hazlehurst

MS0150007

Soft

1 PPMgroundwater3,600 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Copiah W/A - Hazlehurst

MS0150002

Soft

1 PPMgroundwater2,574 servedEstimated — County Avg

Copiah W/A - Gallman

MS0150004

Soft

1 PPMgroundwater1,566 servedEstimated — County Avg

Copiah W/A - Bayou Pierre #1

MS0150001

Soft

1 PPMgroundwater1,246 servedEstimated — County Avg

Nearby Zip Codes

391913 390591 390782 39144356 39086356 396018 396658 3917530 390826 39668356 3917030 391496

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 Hazlehurst, MS (39083)?

Our estimate for 39083 is 1 PPM (0.1 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 39083?

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

Is hard water in 39083 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 39083?

Zip code 39083 in Hazlehurst, Mississippi is served by 4 water systems.

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