Where does the water in 75935 come from?

Water for zip code 75935 in Center, Texas is provided by 7 water systems. Contact your local utility for specific source information, or check our detailed page for your area.

Water Hardness in 75935

Q: Is the water hard in Center, TX (75935)?

The average water hardness in 75935 is 28 PPM (1.6 GPG), which is classified as soft. No water treatment is typically needed.

Q: Do I need a water softener in 75935?

At 28 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary, though some homeowners prefer the feel of softened water.

Center, Texas · Shelby County

28 PPM

1.6 GPG

Soft

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Estimated — Nearby Data

Dataset updated March 9, 2026Matched to 7 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 7 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

7 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 75935

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.

7 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 Center TX2100001	surface water	43 PPM Soft	5,450	Estimated — Nearby Data
Flat Fork Wsc TX2100007	groundwater	15 PPM Soft	1,605	Estimated — Nearby Data
Sand Hills Wsc TX2100013	groundwater	15 PPM Soft	1,500	Estimated — Nearby Data
Five Way Wsc TX2100008	groundwater	15 PPM Soft	1,409	Estimated — Nearby Data
Choice Wsc TX2100005	groundwater	15 PPM Soft	1,014	Estimated — Nearby Data

City Of Center

TX2100001

Soft

43 PPMsurface water5,450 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Flat Fork Wsc

TX2100007

Soft

15 PPMgroundwater1,605 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Sand Hills Wsc

TX2100013

Soft

15 PPMgroundwater1,500 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Five Way Wsc

TX2100008

Soft

15 PPMgroundwater1,409 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Choice Wsc

TX2100005

Soft

15 PPMgroundwater1,014 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Showing the first 5 systems. Expand to review all matched systems.

Nearby Zip Codes

7597315 7595435 759725 7597538 75974161 7594665 7593767 7596158 75643145 7104915 7595943 7146220

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 Center, TX (75935)?

Our estimate for 75935 is 28 PPM (1.6 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 75935?

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

Is hard water in 75935 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 75935?

Zip code 75935 in Center, Texas is served by 7 water systems.

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