Where does the water in 75471 come from?

Water for zip code 75471 in Pickton, 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 75471

Q: Is the water hard in Pickton, TX (75471)?

The average water hardness in 75471 is 44 PPM (2.6 GPG), which is classified as soft. No water treatment is typically needed.

Q: Do I need a water softener in 75471?

At 44 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary, though some homeowners prefer the feel of softened water.

Pickton, Texas · Hopkins County

44 PPM

2.6 GPG

Soft

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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 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 75471

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
City Of Sulphur Springs TX1120002	surface water	49 PPM Soft	16,243	Estimated — Nearby Data
Gafford Chapel Wsc TX1120014	surface water	49 PPM Soft	1,680	Estimated — County Avg
Cornersville Wsc TX1120013	groundwater	5 PPM Soft	1,520	Estimated — Nearby Data
Pickton Wsc TX1120018	groundwater	5 PPM Soft	825	Estimated — Nearby Data
Shady Grove No 2 Wsc TX1120020	surface water	49 PPM Soft	783	Estimated — County Avg

City Of Sulphur Springs

TX1120002

Soft

49 PPMsurface water16,243 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Gafford Chapel Wsc

TX1120014

Soft

49 PPMsurface water1,680 servedEstimated — County Avg

Cornersville Wsc

TX1120013

Soft

5 PPMgroundwater1,520 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Pickton Wsc

TX1120018

Soft

5 PPMgroundwater825 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Shady Grove No 2 Wsc

TX1120020

Soft

49 PPMsurface water783 servedEstimated — County Avg

Nearby Zip Codes

7543149 7547849 7548071 7549428 7545770 7549749 7548245 7543749 754515 7549371 7578349 7548149

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 Pickton, TX (75471)?

Our estimate for 75471 is 44 PPM (2.6 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 75471?

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

Is hard water in 75471 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 75471?

Zip code 75471 in Pickton, Texas is served by 5 water systems.

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