Where does the water in 71369 come from?

Water for zip code 71369 in Simmesport, Louisiana is provided by 2 water systems. Contact your local utility for specific source information, or check our detailed page for your area.

Water Hardness in 71369

Simmesport, Louisiana · Avoyelles Parish County

167 PPM

9.8 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

1 USGS-backed source

2 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 71369

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.

Water System	Source	Hardness	Pop. Served	Data Source
Town Of Simmesport Water System LA1009014	groundwater	86 PPM Slightly Hard	2,142	High Confidence - USGS Monitoring
Lawco Mansura LA1009010	groundwater	259 PPM Very Hard	1,878	Estimated - County Avg

Town Of Simmesport Water System

LA1009014

Slightly Hard

86 PPMgroundwater2,142 servedHigh Confidence - USGS Monitoring

Lawco Mansura

LA1009010

Very Hard

259 PPMgroundwater1,878 servedEstimated - County Avg

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What This Means For You

Use this ZIP reading as a local planning estimate, not a final treatment specification. Hardness can vary by utility zone, seasonal blend, private well, and building plumbing. Confirm your tap reading with a utility report or home hardness test before sizing equipment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water hard in Simmesport, LA (71369)?

The average water hardness in 71369 is 167 PPM (9.8 GPG), which is classified as moderately hard.

Do I need a water softener in 71369?

With hardness of 167 PPM, a water softener is worth considering for homes in 71369.

Is hard water in 71369 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 71369?

Zip code 71369 in Simmesport, Louisiana is served by 2 water systems.