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Water Hardness in 59645

White Sulphur Sp, Montana · Meagher County

160 PPM
9.4 GPG
Moderately Hard
0Soft60120180300+
High Confidence — USGS Monitoring

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
2 USGS-backed sources
2 matched systems total for this ZIP; USGS monitoring is used where treated-water reports are unavailable.
Water source profile
Primarily surface water
Surface-water hardness can shift with reservoirs, runoff, season, and treatment. 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 59645

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.
White Sulphur Springs City Of
MT0000360
Moderately Hard
160 PPMsurface water1,000 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring
Springdale Hutterite Colony
MT0000134
Moderately Hard
160 PPMgroundwater87 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring

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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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water hard in White Sulphur Sp, MT (59645)?

The average water hardness in 59645 is 160 PPM (9.4 GPG), which is classified as moderately hard.

Do I need a water softener in 59645?

With hardness of 160 PPM, a water softener is worth considering for homes in 59645.

Is hard water in 59645 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 59645?

Zip code 59645 in White Sulphur Sp, Montana is served by 2 water systems.

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