Where does the water in 85533 come from?

Water for zip code 85533 in Clifton, Arizona is provided by 2 water systems. Contact your local utility for specific source information, or check our detailed page for your area.

Water Hardness in 85533

Clifton, Arizona · Greenlee County

168 PPM

9.8 GPG

Moderately Hard

0Soft60120180300+

High Confidence - USGS Monitoring

Dataset updated March 9, 2026Matched to 2 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 2 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

2 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 85533

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.

2 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
Morenci Water Elec Co Clifton AZ0406002	groundwater	185 PPM Hard	1,678	High Confidence - USGS Monitoring
Cs Verde Lee Water Company AZ0406004	groundwater	123 PPM Moderately Hard	604	Estimated - County Avg

Morenci Water Elec Co Clifton

AZ0406002

Hard

185 PPMgroundwater1,678 servedHigh Confidence - USGS Monitoring

Cs Verde Lee Water Company

AZ0406004

Moderately Hard

123 PPMgroundwater604 servedEstimated - County Avg

Nearby Zip Codes

8554057 85922296 88051548

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 Clifton, AZ (85533)?

The average water hardness in 85533 is 168 PPM (9.8 GPG), which is classified as moderately hard.

Do I need a water softener in 85533?

With hardness of 168 PPM, a water softener is worth considering for homes in 85533.

Is hard water in 85533 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 85533?

Zip code 85533 in Clifton, Arizona is served by 2 water systems.