Where does the water in 96051 come from?

Water for zip code 96051 in Lakehead, California is provided by 8 water systems. Contact your local utility for specific source information, or check our detailed page for your area.

Water Hardness in 96051

Lakehead, California · Shasta County

47 PPM

2.8 GPG

Soft

0Soft60120180300+

Verified — State Lab Tested

Dataset updated March 9, 2026Matched to 8 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 8 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

2 verified treated-water sources

8 matched systems total for this ZIP; treated-water reports are prioritized when available.

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

Report years 2024

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 96051

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.

8 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 Redding CA4510005	surface water	40 PPM Soft USGS estimate: 33 PPM	89,628	Verified — State Lab Tested(2024)
Bella Vista Water District CA4510014	surface water	44 PPM Soft USGS estimate: 145 PPM	18,612	Verified — State Lab Tested(2024)
City Of Anderson CA4510001	groundwater	77 PPM Slightly Hard	11,147	High Confidence — USGS Monitoring
City Of Shasta Lake CA4510006	surface water	79 PPM Slightly Hard	10,657	High Confidence — USGS Monitoring
Del Oro Water Co.-Johnson Park CA4510015	groundwater	77 PPM Slightly Hard	904	Estimated — County Avg

City Of Redding

CA4510005

Soft

40 PPMsurface water89,628 servedVerified — State Lab Tested

Source water: 33 PPM

Bella Vista Water District

CA4510014

Soft

44 PPMsurface water18,612 servedVerified — State Lab Tested

Source water: 145 PPM

City Of Anderson

CA4510001

Slightly Hard

77 PPMgroundwater11,147 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring

City Of Shasta Lake

CA4510006

Slightly Hard

79 PPMsurface water10,657 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Del Oro Water Co.-Johnson Park

CA4510015

Slightly Hard

77 PPMgroundwater904 servedEstimated — County Avg

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Nearby Zip Codes

9601747 9601947 9600847 9600349 9606547 9603347 9602539 9606947 9607347 9601147 9608748 9600147

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 Lakehead, CA (96051)?

The average water hardness in 96051 is 47 PPM (2.8 GPG), which is classified as soft.

Do I need a water softener in 96051?

At 47 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary.

Is hard water in 96051 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 96051?

Zip code 96051 in Lakehead, California is served by 8 water systems.

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