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Water Hardness in 70721

Point Clair, Louisiana · Iberville Parish County

145 PPM
8.5 GPG
Moderately Hard
0Soft60120180300+
High Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Dataset updated March 9, 2026Matched to 7 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 7 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
7 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 70721

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.

7 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.
City Of Plaquemine Water System
LA1047005
Hard
213 PPMgroundwater14,043 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring
East Iberville Water System
LA1047007
Slightly Hard
99 PPMgroundwater6,657 servedEstimated — County Avg
Intracoastal Water System West
LA1047002
Slightly Hard
99 PPMsurface water6,465 servedEstimated — County Avg
Intracoastal Water System East
LA1047030
Slightly Hard
99 PPMgroundwater2,940 servedEstimated — County Avg
North Iberville Water System
LA1047024
Slightly Hard
99 PPMgroundwater1,524 servedEstimated — County Avg
Showing the first 5 systems. Expand to review all matched systems.

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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 Point Clair, LA (70721)?

The average water hardness in 70721 is 145 PPM (8.5 GPG), which is classified as moderately hard.

Do I need a water softener in 70721?

With hardness of 145 PPM, a water softener is worth considering for homes in 70721.

Is hard water in 70721 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 70721?

Zip code 70721 in Point Clair, Louisiana is served by 7 water systems.

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