Water Hardness in 75840

Fairfield, Texas · Freestone County

120 PPM
7 GPG
Moderately Hard
0Soft60120180300+
High Confidence - USGS Monitoring

Dataset updated March 9, 2026Matched to 11 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 11 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
10 USGS-backed sources
11 matched systems total for this ZIP; USGS monitoring is used where treated-water reports are unavailable.
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 75840

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.

11 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.
Moderately Hard
120 PPMgroundwater2,864 servedHigh Confidence - USGS Monitoring
Moderately Hard
120 PPMgroundwater2,304 servedEstimated - County Avg
Moderately Hard
120 PPMgroundwater1,839 servedHigh Confidence - USGS Monitoring
Moderately Hard
120 PPMgroundwater1,690 servedHigh Confidence - USGS Monitoring
Moderately Hard
120 PPMgroundwater1,563 servedHigh Confidence - USGS Monitoring
Showing the first 5 systems. Expand to review all matched systems.

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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 Fairfield, TX (75840)?

The average water hardness in 75840 is 120 PPM (7 GPG), which is classified as moderately hard.

Do I need a water softener in 75840?

With hardness of 120 PPM, a water softener is worth considering for homes in 75840.

Is hard water in 75840 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 75840?

Zip code 75840 in Fairfield, Texas is served by 11 water systems.

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