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Water Hardness in 75142

Kaufman, Texas · Kaufman County

119 PPM
6.9 GPG
Slightly Hard
0Soft60120180300+
Verified - Annual Water Quality Report

Dataset updated March 9, 2026Matched to 15 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 15 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 verified treated-water source
15 matched systems total for this ZIP; treated-water reports are prioritized when available.
Water source profile
Primarily surface water
Surface-water hardness can shift with reservoirs, runoff, season, and treatment. 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 75142

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.

15 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 Forney
TX1290002
Slightly Hard
117 PPMsurface water29,692 servedHigh Confidence - USGS Monitoring
City Of Terrell
TX1290006
Slightly Hard
117 PPMsurface water18,432 servedEstimated - Nearby Data
High Point Sud
TX1290016
Slightly Hard
117 PPMsurface water16,341 servedHigh Confidence - USGS Monitoring
Forney Lake Wsc
TX1290014
Slightly Hard
111 PPMsurface water16,188 servedHigh Confidence - USGS Monitoring
Talty Sud
TX1290025
Slightly Hard
117 PPMsurface water15,987 servedHigh Confidence - USGS Monitoring
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Nearby Zip Codes

7515811575114117751611157516011575147109751431227515915075126115751697275181150751034975125210

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 Kaufman, TX (75142)?

The average water hardness in 75142 is 119 PPM (6.9 GPG), which is classified as slightly hard.

Do I need a water softener in 75142?

At 119 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary.

Is hard water in 75142 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 75142?

Zip code 75142 in Kaufman, Texas is served by 15 water systems.

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