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Water Hardness in 71459

Fort Polk, Louisiana · Vernon Parish County

38 PPM
2.2 GPG
Soft
0Soft60120180300+
High Confidence - USGS Monitoring

Dataset updated March 9, 2026Matched to 5 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 5 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
4 USGS-backed sources
5 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 71459

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.

5 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.
Fort Polk South Water System
LA1115065
Soft
11 PPMgroundwater10,902 servedHigh Confidence - USGS Monitoring
City Of Leesville Water System
LA1115019
Soft
11 PPMgroundwater10,545 servedEstimated - County Avg
Fort Polk North Water System
LA1115064
Soft
11 PPMgroundwater9,420 servedHigh Confidence - USGS Monitoring
East Central Vernon Water System
LA1115117
Moderately Hard
176 PPMgroundwater6,363 servedHigh Confidence - USGS Monitoring
Fort Polk North Housing Water System
LA1115087
Soft
11 PPMgroundwater2,155 servedHigh Confidence - USGS Monitoring

Nearby Zip Codes

71461407144648706594271403437063949714745471438970634377065648714394575932247066237

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 Fort Polk, LA (71459)?

The average water hardness in 71459 is 38 PPM (2.2 GPG), which is classified as soft.

Do I need a water softener in 71459?

At 38 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary.

Is hard water in 71459 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 71459?

Zip code 71459 in Fort Polk, Louisiana is served by 5 water systems.

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