Where does the water in 99781 come from?

Water for zip code 99781 in Venetie, Alaska is provided by 1 water system. Contact your local utility for specific source information, or check our detailed page for your area.

Water Hardness in 99781

Q: Is the water hard in Venetie, AK (99781)?

The average water hardness in 99781 is 109 PPM (6.4 GPG), which is classified as slightly hard. A salt-free conditioner can help if you notice minor spotting on dishes.

Q: Do I need a water softener in 99781?

At 109 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary, though some homeowners prefer the feel of softened water.

Venetie, Alaska · Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area County

109 PPM

6.4 GPG

Slightly Hard

0Soft60120180300+

Estimated - County Avg

Dataset updated March 9, 2026Matched to 1 water systemTap readings can vary by utility zone, treatment, and plumbing. Methodology

Source context

How this ZIP reading is built

This ZIP reading is built from 1 matched water system. 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 estimated source

This ZIP reading needs local confirmation before equipment sizing or purchase decisions.

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 99781

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.

1 water system

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
Venetie Water System AK2300248	surface water	109 PPM Slightly Hard	181	Estimated - County Avg

Venetie Water System

AK2300248

Slightly Hard

109 PPMsurface water181 servedEstimated - County Avg

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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 Venetie, AK (99781)?

Our estimate for 99781 is 109 PPM (6.4 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 99781?

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

Is hard water in 99781 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 99781?

Zip code 99781 in Venetie, Alaska is served by 1 water system.