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Water Hardness in 43116

Commercial Point, Ohio · Pickaway County

392 PPM
22.9 GPG
Very Hard
0Soft60120180300+
High Confidence - USGS Monitoring

Dataset updated March 9, 2026Matched to 3 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 3 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
1 USGS-backed source
3 matched systems total for this ZIP; USGS monitoring is used where treated-water reports are unavailable.
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 43116

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.

3 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.
Circleville City Pws
OH6500412
Very Hard
392 PPMgroundwater13,927 servedEstimated - Nearby Data
Earnhart Hill Water District Pws
OH6500812
Very Hard
392 PPMgroundwater10,057 servedEstimated - Nearby Data
Commercial Point Village
OH6503512
Very Hard
392 PPMgroundwater3,497 servedHigh Confidence - USGS Monitoring

Nearby Zip Codes

431463924313739043126128431231284310339243217128432071284312512943223128432061284314316543204128

What This Means For You

Use this ZIP reading as a local planning estimate, not a final treatment specification. Hardness can vary by utility zone, seasonal blend, private well, and building plumbing. Confirm your tap reading with a utility report or home hardness test before sizing equipment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water hard in Commercial Point, OH (43116)?

The average water hardness in 43116 is 392 PPM (22.9 GPG), which is classified as very hard.

Do I need a water softener in 43116?

With hardness of 392 PPM, a water softener is recommended for homes in 43116.

Is hard water in 43116 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 43116?

Zip code 43116 in Commercial Point, Ohio is served by 3 water systems.

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