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Water Hardness in 40741

Sasser, Kentucky · Laurel County

96 PPM
5.6 GPG
Slightly Hard
0Soft60120180300+
Estimated — State Avg

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 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 40741

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.
Laurel Co Water District #2
KY0630238
Slightly Hard
96 PPMsurface water16,899 servedEstimated — State Avg
East Laurel Water District
KY0630797
Slightly Hard
96 PPMsurface water16,062 servedEstimated — State Avg
Wood Creek Water District
KY0630477
Slightly Hard
96 PPMsurface water14,892 servedEstimated — State Avg
West Laurel Water Assoc Inc
KY0630451
Slightly Hard
96 PPMsurface water14,878 servedEstimated — State Avg
London Utility Commission
KY0630255
Slightly Hard
96 PPMsurface water8,855 servedEstimated — State Avg

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What This Means For You

Recommendations are based on the displayed ZIP hardness reading. Confirm your tap reading before sizing or buying treatment equipment.

Slightly Hard Water

Your water is slightly hard. You may notice minor spotting on dishes or a slight film on faucets. A water softener is optional but can improve water quality.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water hard in Sasser, KY (40741)?

Our estimate for 40741 is 96 PPM (5.6 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 40741?

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

Is hard water in 40741 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 40741?

Zip code 40741 in Sasser, Kentucky is served by 5 water systems.

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