Where does the water in 47229 come from?

Water for zip code 47229 in Crothersville, Indiana is provided by 4 water systems. Contact your local utility for specific source information, or check our detailed page for your area.

Water Hardness in 47229

Crothersville, Indiana · Jackson County

272 PPM

15.9 GPG

Very Hard

0Soft60120180300+

High Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Dataset updated March 9, 2026Matched to 4 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 4 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

3 USGS-backed sources

4 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 47229

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.

4 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
Indiana American Water - Seymour IN5236005	groundwater	384 PPM Very Hard	20,725	High Confidence — USGS Monitoring
Jackson County Water Utility IN5236003	groundwater	137 PPM Moderately Hard	13,667	High Confidence — USGS Monitoring
Crothersville Utilities IN5236001	surface water	97 PPM Slightly Hard	1,875	Estimated — Nearby Data
Jackson County Water - Reddington IN5236008	groundwater	137 PPM Moderately Hard	1,080	High Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Indiana American Water - Seymour

IN5236005

Very Hard

384 PPMgroundwater20,725 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Jackson County Water Utility

IN5236003

Moderately Hard

137 PPMgroundwater13,667 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Crothersville Utilities

IN5236001

Slightly Hard

97 PPMsurface water1,875 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Jackson County Water - Reddington

IN5236008

Moderately Hard

137 PPMgroundwater1,080 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Nearby Zip Codes

4710297 47270280 4717097 47220286 47274279 47227280 47230353 47281286 47177347 4713897 47247372 47260287

What This Means For You

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

Very Hard Water - Treatment Strongly Recommended

Your water is very hard. Without treatment, you can expect significant scale buildup in pipes and appliances, higher energy bills from reduced water heater efficiency, and persistent issues with skin and hair dryness.

Recommended Products

Salt-Based Water Softener

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Water Hardness Test Kit

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Whole-House Water Filter

Our PickiSpring WGB32B 3-Stage

Water Softener Salt

Our PickMorton Clean & Protect Also GreatDiamond Crystal Bright & Soft

Shower Head Filter

Our PickWeddell Duo Also GreatAquaBliss SF100 Also GreatSprite Pure 7-Setting Also GreatAqua Earth 20-Stage

Learn more: Do I Need a Water Softener? | Salt-Based vs Salt-Free | Size Calculator | How to Test Your Water

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water hard in Crothersville, IN (47229)?

The average water hardness in 47229 is 272 PPM (15.9 GPG), which is classified as very hard.

Do I need a water softener in 47229?

With hardness of 272 PPM, a water softener is recommended for homes in 47229.

Is hard water in 47229 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 47229?

Zip code 47229 in Crothersville, Indiana is served by 4 water systems.