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Water Hardness in 70531

Egan, Louisiana · Acadia Parish County

170 PPM
9.9 GPG
Moderately 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
2 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 70531

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.
Crowley Water System (Lawco)
LA1001002
Moderately Hard
170 PPMgroundwater17,733 servedEstimated — County Avg
Egan Water Corporation
LA1001025
Moderately Hard
170 PPMgroundwater5,358 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring
Egan Water Corporation No 2
LA1001026
Moderately Hard
170 PPMgroundwater2,835 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 Egan, LA (70531)?

The average water hardness in 70531 is 170 PPM (9.9 GPG), which is classified as moderately hard.

Do I need a water softener in 70531?

With hardness of 170 PPM, a water softener is worth considering for homes in 70531.

Is hard water in 70531 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 70531?

Zip code 70531 in Egan, Louisiana is served by 3 water systems.

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