New Kingman-Butler Water Hardness & Quality Report (2026)
Water Hardness
19.9 grains per gallon
Source
mixed
pH Level
8.5
neutral = 7.0
Lead
0.006 mg/L
✓ Below action level
TDS
941.6 mg/L
Est. Daily Cost
$0.91
energy & soap waste
Source: USGS Water Quality Portal · Updated 2026
0–60
mg/L
Soft
61–120
mg/L
Moderately Hard
121–180
mg/L
Hard
180+
mg/L
Very Hard
Appliance Damage Report
In New Kingman-Butler, your appliances are currently losing 45% efficiency due to mineral buildup.
| Appliance | In New Kingman-Butler | Soft Water City | Efficiency Loss |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kettle | 1.5 yrs | 8.5 yrs | -82% |
| Washing Machine | 3 yrs | 12 yrs | -75% |
| Water Heater | 5 yrs | 15 yrs | -67% |
Regional Water Comparison
How New Kingman-Butler compares to its nearest neighbours
| City | Hardness | PFAS (ppt) | Risk | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ▶ New Kingman-Butler, Arizona | 341.5 mg/L | 4.7 ppt | 🔴 Very Hard | mixed |
| Kingman, Arizona | 357 mg/L | 4.8 ppt | 🔴 Very Hard | mixed |
| Bullhead City, Arizona | 282.5 mg/L | 4 ppt | 🔴 Very Hard | mixed |
| Lake Havasu City, Arizona | 396.5 mg/L | 5.3 ppt | 🔴 Very Hard | mixed |
| Boulder City, Nevada | 453.5 mg/L | 4.7 ppt | 🔴 Very Hard | groundwater |
National Benchmark
How New Kingman-Butler compares to the USA average
| Benchmark | Hardness | Appliance Risk |
|---|---|---|
| ▶ New Kingman-Butler | 341.5 mg/L | 🔴 High |
| USA National Avg | 150 mg/L | 🟠 Moderate |
| Badger Top Rated | 8.5 mg/L | 🟢 None |
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What Makes New Kingman-Butler's Water Unique?
Local geology and source profile
New Kingman-Butler, Arizona, in Mohave County — a Mohave County unincorporated community adjacent to Kingman in northwest Arizona's high desert — receives its water from the City of Kingman Water Department, drawing from Colorado River water via the Lake Havasu pipeline and supplemental local groundwater wells through the northwest Arizona distribution.
The extremely hard 341.5 mg/L hardness and very high TDS of 941.6 mg/L reflect the Mohave County Colorado River supply's extreme calcareous character — the Permian Kaibab Limestone that caps the surrounding plateau and Triassic Moenkopi Formation red beds are both highly calcareous, and Colorado River water arrives already mineral-laden from its passage through the Grand Canyon and Lake Mead (compare Kingman AZ: 340/938 in Mohave County comparable; Bullhead City AZ: 335/920 in Mohave County comparable; New Kingman-Butler consistent extremely hard from the same Mohave County Colorado River calcareous draw). The Hualapai Valley at Mohave County — Permian Kaibab Limestone (highly calcareous — primary hardness contributor), Triassic Moenkopi Formation (calcareous — secondary contributor), and Quaternary Colorado River alluvium (calcareous — TDS contributor).
At 341.5 mg/L with TDS 942, New Kingman-Butler's water is extremely hard — a whole-house water softener is essential to prevent rapid scale buildup. A reverse osmosis system is strongly recommended for drinking to reduce TDS. The PFAS level of 4.7 ppt is moderate — a certified drinking water filter provides added protection. Review Kingman Water's annual quality report for the latest contaminant data.
Geology & Source: New Kingman-Butler in Mohave County draws from the Kingman Water on the Colorado River (Mohave County, northwest Arizona) — the Hualapai Valley at Mohave County is underlain by Permian Kaibab Limestone (highly calcareous) and Triassic Moenkopi Formation (calcareous) — Arizona Mohave County Colorado River Permian-Triassic calcareous supply produces extremely hard water at 341.5 mg/L with TDS 941.6 mg/L.