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Water Hardness in 75495

Van Alstyne, Texas · Grayson County

191 PPM
11.1 GPG
Hard
0Soft60120180300+
High Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Dataset updated March 9, 2026Matched to 10 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 10 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 USGS-backed source
10 matched systems total for this ZIP; USGS monitoring is used where treated-water reports are unavailable.
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 75495

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.

10 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 Sherman
TX0910006
Moderately Hard
145 PPMsurface water43,645 servedEstimated — County Avg
City Of Denison
TX0910003
Very Hard
358 PPMsurface water27,500 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring
City Of Van Alstyne
TX0910009
Slightly Hard
102 PPMsurface water7,000 servedEstimated — Nearby Data
South Grayson Sud
TX0910064
Soft
5 PPMgroundwater6,750 servedEstimated — Nearby Data
City Of Howe
TX0910013
Moderately Hard
145 PPMsurface water4,548 servedEstimated — County Avg
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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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water hard in Van Alstyne, TX (75495)?

The average water hardness in 75495 is 191 PPM (11.1 GPG), which is classified as hard.

Do I need a water softener in 75495?

With hardness of 191 PPM, a water softener is recommended for homes in 75495.

Is hard water in 75495 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 75495?

Zip code 75495 in Van Alstyne, Texas is served by 10 water systems.

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