Where does the water in 39773 come from?

Water for zip code 39773 in West Point, Mississippi is provided by 8 water systems. Contact your local utility for specific source information, or check our detailed page for your area.

Water Hardness in 39773

Q: Is the water hard in West Point, MS (39773)?

The average water hardness in 39773 is 34 PPM (2 GPG), which is classified as soft. No water treatment is typically needed.

Q: Do I need a water softener in 39773?

At 34 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary, though some homeowners prefer the feel of softened water.

West Point, Mississippi · Clay County

34 PPM

2 GPG

Soft

0Soft60120180300+

Estimated — Nearby Data

Dataset updated March 9, 2026Matched to 8 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 8 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

8 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 39773

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.

8 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
City Of West Point MS0130008	groundwater	34 PPM Soft	15,062	Estimated — Nearby Data
Siloam W/A #2-Griffith Well MS0130015	groundwater	34 PPM Soft	2,054	Estimated — Nearby Data
Golden Triangle Water Assn #1 MS0130018	groundwater	34 PPM Soft	2,033	Estimated — Nearby Data
Siloam W/A #6-Una System MS0130023	groundwater	34 PPM Soft	1,489	Estimated — Nearby Data
Siloam W/A #3-Beasley Well MS0130016	groundwater	34 PPM Soft	810	Estimated — Nearby Data

City Of West Point

MS0130008

Soft

34 PPMgroundwater15,062 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Siloam W/A #2-Griffith Well

MS0130015

Soft

34 PPMgroundwater2,054 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Golden Triangle Water Assn #1

MS0130018

Soft

34 PPMgroundwater2,033 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Siloam W/A #6-Una System

MS0130023

Soft

34 PPMgroundwater1,489 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Siloam W/A #3-Beasley Well

MS0130016

Soft

34 PPMgroundwater810 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

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Nearby Zip Codes

3975634 3974134 3970534 3976238 3973034 3973634 3974634 3975536 3975940 3976634 3970132 3974032

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 West Point, MS (39773)?

Our estimate for 39773 is 34 PPM (2 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 39773?

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

Is hard water in 39773 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 39773?

Zip code 39773 in West Point, Mississippi is served by 8 water systems.

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