Where does the water in 45311 come from?

Water for zip code 45311 in Camden, Ohio 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 45311

Camden, Ohio · Preble County

193 PPM

11.3 GPG

Hard

0Soft60120180300+

Verified - Annual Water Quality Report

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

1 verified treated-water source

2 matched systems total for this ZIP; treated-water reports are prioritized when available.

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 45311

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
West Carrollton City Pws OH5702812	groundwater	155 PPM Moderately Hard USGS estimate: 432 PPM	12,910	Verified - Annual Water Quality Report
Camden, Village Of OH6800112	groundwater	432 PPM Very Hard	2,050	Estimated - Nearby Data

West Carrollton City Pws

OH5702812

Moderately Hard

155 PPMgroundwater12,910 servedVerified - Annual Water Quality Report

Source water: 432 PPM

Camden, Village Of

OH6800112

Very Hard

432 PPMgroundwater2,050 servedEstimated - Nearby Data

Nearby Zip Codes

45064140 45070140 45330432 45003380 45320432 45381432 47003280 45056140 45062140 45325155 45067140 47010280

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 Camden, OH (45311)?

The average water hardness in 45311 is 193 PPM (11.3 GPG), which is classified as hard.

Do I need a water softener in 45311?

With hardness of 193 PPM, a water softener is recommended for homes in 45311.

Is hard water in 45311 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 45311?

Zip code 45311 in Camden, Ohio is served by 2 water systems.