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Water Hardness in 63664

Potosi, Missouri · Washington County

206 PPM
12 GPG
Hard
0Soft60120180300+
High Confidence — USGS Monitoring

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
3 USGS-backed sources
3 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 63664

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.
Potosi Pws
MO6010659
Hard
206 PPMgroundwater2,527 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring
Potosi East
MO6069096
Hard
206 PPMgroundwater900 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring
Washington County Pwsd 1
MO6024633
Hard
206 PPMgroundwater503 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 Potosi, MO (63664)?

The average water hardness in 63664 is 206 PPM (12 GPG), which is classified as hard.

Do I need a water softener in 63664?

With hardness of 206 PPM, a water softener is recommended for homes in 63664.

Is hard water in 63664 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 63664?

Zip code 63664 in Potosi, Missouri is served by 3 water systems.

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