Where does the water in 70650 come from?

Water for zip code 70650 in Lacassine, Louisiana 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 70650

Lacassine, Louisiana · Jefferson Davis Parish County

50 PPM

2.9 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 70650

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
City Of Lake Charles Water System LA1019029	groundwater	50 PPM Soft USGS estimate: 127 PPM	79,500	Verified — Annual Water Quality Report

City Of Lake Charles Water System

LA1019029

Soft

50 PPMgroundwater79,500 servedVerified — Annual Water Quality Report

Source water: 127 PPM

Nearby Zip Codes

70591163 7064750 7064650 7064057 7058150 7061550 70546163 70549172 7060150 7063053 7061150 70556170

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 Lacassine, LA (70650)?

The average water hardness in 70650 is 50 PPM (2.9 GPG), which is classified as soft.

Do I need a water softener in 70650?

At 50 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary.

Is hard water in 70650 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 70650?

Zip code 70650 in Lacassine, Louisiana is served by 1 water system.

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