Where does the water in 50126 come from?

Water for zip code 50126 in Iowa Falls, Iowa is provided by 3 water systems. Contact your local utility for specific source information, or check our detailed page for your area.

Water Hardness in 50126

Iowa Falls, Iowa · Hardin County

215 PPM

12.5 GPG

Hard

0Soft60120180300+

Verified - Annual Water Quality Report

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 verified treated-water source

3 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 50126

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.

Water System	Source	Hardness	Pop. Served	Data Source
Ia Regional Utilities Assoc (Waverly) IA0990701	groundwater	200 PPM Hard USGS estimate: 380 PPM	37,820	Verified - Annual Water Quality Report
Iowa Falls Water Department IA4260097	groundwater	320 PPM Very Hard	5,146	High Confidence - USGS Monitoring
Chase Mobile Home Park IA4260602	groundwater	320 PPM Very Hard	85	High Confidence - USGS Monitoring

Ia Regional Utilities Assoc (Waverly)

IA0990701

Hard

200 PPMgroundwater37,820 servedVerified - Annual Water Quality Report

Source water: 380 PPM

Iowa Falls Water Department

IA4260097

Very Hard

320 PPMgroundwater5,146 servedHigh Confidence - USGS Monitoring

Chase Mobile Home Park

IA4260602

Very Hard

320 PPMgroundwater85 servedHigh Confidence - USGS Monitoring

Nearby Zip Codes

50006204 50041140 50227140 50601207 50672201 50633353 50627210 50122204 50271407 50441353 50071369 50431353

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 Iowa Falls, IA (50126)?

The average water hardness in 50126 is 215 PPM (12.5 GPG), which is classified as hard.

Do I need a water softener in 50126?

With hardness of 215 PPM, a water softener is recommended for homes in 50126.

Is hard water in 50126 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 50126?

Zip code 50126 in Iowa Falls, Iowa is served by 3 water systems.