Where does the water in 56641 come from?

Water for zip code 56641 in Federal Dam, Minnesota is provided by 1 water system. Contact your local utility for specific source information, or check our detailed page for your area.

Water Hardness in 56641

Federal Dam, Minnesota · Cass County

40 PPM

2.3 GPG

Soft

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Verified — Annual Water Quality Report

Dataset updated March 9, 2026Matched to 1 water systemTap readings can vary by utility zone, treatment, and plumbing. Methodology

Source context

How this ZIP reading is built

This ZIP reading is built from 1 matched water system. 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

1 matched system 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 56641

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.

1 water system

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
Hibbing MN1690022	groundwater	40 PPM Soft USGS estimate: 196 PPM	16,028	Verified — Annual Water Quality Report

Hibbing

MN1690022

Soft

40 PPMgroundwater16,028 servedVerified — Annual Water Quality Report

Source water: 196 PPM

Nearby Zip Codes

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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 Federal Dam, MN (56641)?

The average water hardness in 56641 is 40 PPM (2.3 GPG), which is classified as soft.

Do I need a water softener in 56641?

At 40 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary.

Is hard water in 56641 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 56641?

Zip code 56641 in Federal Dam, Minnesota is served by 1 water system.

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