Where does the water in 72441 come from?

Water for zip code 72441 in Mc Dougal, Arkansas is provided by 6 water systems. Contact your local utility for specific source information, or check our detailed page for your area.

Water Hardness in 72441

Q: Is the water hard in Mc Dougal, AR (72441)?

The average water hardness in 72441 is 23 PPM (1.4 GPG), which is classified as soft. No water treatment is typically needed.

Q: Do I need a water softener in 72441?

At 23 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary, though some homeowners prefer the feel of softened water.

Mc Dougal, Arkansas · Clay County

23 PPM

1.4 GPG

Soft

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Estimated — Nearby Data

Dataset updated March 9, 2026Matched to 6 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 6 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

6 estimated sources

This ZIP reading needs local confirmation before equipment sizing or purchase decisions.

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 72441

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.

6 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
Clay Co Reg Water District AR0000722	groundwater	23 PPM Soft	5,633	Estimated — Nearby Data
St Francis River Reg Water Dd AR0000836	groundwater	23 PPM Soft	2,465	Estimated — County Avg
Mc Dougal Waterworks AR0000098	groundwater	23 PPM Soft	271	Estimated — Nearby Data
O Kean Waterworks AR0000473	groundwater	23 PPM Soft	230	Estimated — Nearby Data
Delaplaine Waterworks AR0000224	groundwater	23 PPM Soft	162	Estimated — Nearby Data

Clay Co Reg Water District

AR0000722

Soft

23 PPMgroundwater5,633 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

St Francis River Reg Water Dd

AR0000836

Soft

23 PPMgroundwater2,465 servedEstimated — County Avg

Mc Dougal Waterworks

AR0000098

Soft

23 PPMgroundwater271 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

O Kean Waterworks

AR0000473

Soft

23 PPMgroundwater230 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Delaplaine Waterworks

AR0000224

Soft

23 PPMgroundwater162 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

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Nearby Zip Codes

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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.

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 Mc Dougal, AR (72441)?

Our estimate for 72441 is 23 PPM (1.4 GPG), but it is based on nearby, county, or state-level data rather than a direct treated tap-water report for this exact location. Confirm with your utility or a home test.

Do I need a water softener in 72441?

Do not size a softener from this estimate alone. Confirm the actual tap-water hardness before choosing treatment equipment.

Is hard water in 72441 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 72441?

Zip code 72441 in Mc Dougal, Arkansas is served by 6 water systems.

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