Where does the water in 42049 come from?

Water for zip code 42049 in Hazel, Kentucky is provided by 2 water systems. Contact your local utility for specific source information, or check our detailed page for your area.

Water Hardness in 42049

Q: Is the water hard in Hazel, KY (42049)?

The average water hardness in 42049 is 24 PPM (1.4 GPG), which is classified as soft. No water treatment is typically needed.

Q: Do I need a water softener in 42049?

At 24 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary, though some homeowners prefer the feel of softened water.

Hazel, Kentucky · Calloway County

24 PPM

1.4 GPG

Soft

0Soft60120180300+

Estimated — Nearby Data

Dataset updated March 9, 2026Matched to 2 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 2 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

2 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 42049

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.

2 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
Murray Water System KY0180306	groundwater	24 PPM Soft	26,302	Estimated — Nearby Data
South 641 Water District KY0180185	groundwater	24 PPM Soft	1,160	Estimated — Nearby Data

Murray Water System

KY0180306

Soft

24 PPMgroundwater26,302 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

South 641 Water District

KY0180185

Soft

24 PPMgroundwater1,160 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Nearby Zip Codes

3825129 4207124 3822228 420406 4202024 4207624 3822428 420796 4203624 3824228 4205424 382418

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 Hazel, KY (42049)?

Our estimate for 42049 is 24 PPM (1.4 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 42049?

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

Is hard water in 42049 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 42049?

Zip code 42049 in Hazel, Kentucky is served by 2 water systems.

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