Where does the water in 75410 come from?

Water for zip code 75410 in Alba, Texas is provided by 5 water systems. Contact your local utility for specific source information, or check our detailed page for your area.

Water Hardness in 75410

Q: Is the water hard in Alba, TX (75410)?

The average water hardness in 75410 is 48 PPM (2.8 GPG), which is classified as soft. No water treatment is typically needed.

Q: Do I need a water softener in 75410?

At 48 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary, though some homeowners prefer the feel of softened water.

Alba, Texas · Wood County

48 PPM

2.8 GPG

Soft

0Soft60120180300+

Estimated — Nearby Data

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

5 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 75410

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.

Water System	Source	Hardness	Pop. Served	Data Source
Bright Star-Salem Sud TX2500015	surface water	49 PPM Soft	6,738	Estimated — Nearby Data
Golden Wsc TX2500006	groundwater	49 PPM Soft	4,821	Estimated — County Avg
Holiday Villages Of Fork TX2500058	groundwater	49 PPM Soft	1,761	Estimated — County Avg
City Of Alba TX2500005	groundwater	30 PPM Soft	570	Estimated — Nearby Data
Bright Star Salem Sud 2 TX1900015	groundwater	30 PPM Soft	378	Estimated — Nearby Data

Bright Star-Salem Sud

TX2500015

Soft

49 PPMsurface water6,738 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Golden Wsc

TX2500006

Soft

49 PPMgroundwater4,821 servedEstimated — County Avg

Holiday Villages Of Fork

TX2500058

Soft

49 PPMgroundwater1,761 servedEstimated — County Avg

City Of Alba

TX2500005

Soft

30 PPMgroundwater570 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Bright Star Salem Sud 2

TX1900015

Soft

30 PPMgroundwater378 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Nearby Zip Codes

7544049 7549749 7512730 7514030 7578349 7577349 7511750 7547249 7543149 7579030 7542049 7516972

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 Alba, TX (75410)?

Our estimate for 75410 is 48 PPM (2.8 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 75410?

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

Is hard water in 75410 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 75410?

Zip code 75410 in Alba, Texas is served by 5 water systems.

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