Lakeland Village Water Hardness & Quality Report (2026)
Water Hardness
5.4 grains per gallon
Source
mixed
pH Level
7.6
neutral = 7.0
Lead
0.004 mg/L
✓ Below action level
TDS
223.7 mg/L
Est. Daily Cost
$0.25
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 Lakeland Village, your appliances are currently losing 12% efficiency due to mineral buildup.
| Appliance | In Lakeland Village | Soft Water City | Efficiency Loss |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kettle | 6.6 yrs | 8.5 yrs | -22% |
| Washing Machine | 10.2 yrs | 12 yrs | -15% |
| Water Heater | 11.9 yrs | 15 yrs | -21% |
Regional Water Comparison
How Lakeland Village compares to its nearest neighbours
| City | Hardness | PFAS (ppt) | Risk | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ▶ Lakeland Village, California | 92 mg/L | 4.5 ppt | 🟡 Moderately Hard | mixed |
| Lake Elsinore, California | 76 mg/L | 4.1 ppt | 🟡 Moderately Hard | mixed |
| Wildomar, California | 133.5 mg/L | 5.7 ppt | 🟠 Hard | mixed |
| Canyon Lake, California | 104.5 mg/L | 4.9 ppt | 🟡 Moderately Hard | mixed |
| Murrieta, California | 146 mg/L | 6.1 ppt | 🟠 Hard | mixed |
National Benchmark
How Lakeland Village compares to the USA average
| Benchmark | Hardness | Appliance Risk |
|---|---|---|
| ▶ Lakeland Village | 92 mg/L | 🟡 Low |
| USA National Avg | 150 mg/L | 🟠 Moderate |
| Badger Top Rated | 8.5 mg/L | 🟢 None |
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What Makes Lakeland Village's Water Unique?
Local geology and source profile
Lakeland Village, California, in Riverside County — a Riverside County census-designated place adjacent to Murrieta and Wildomar in southwest Riverside County — receives its water from the Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District (EVMWD), drawing from Lake Elsinore and Metropolitan Water District (MWD) imports through the southwest California distribution.
The soft 92 mg/L hardness and TDS of 223.7 mg/L reflect the Riverside County Elsinore Valley supply's soft character — the Mesozoic Peninsular Ranges Batholith is highly insoluble, while the Quaternary Elsinore Fault Zone alluvium contributes minor calcareous content from the rift valley deposits (compare Murrieta CA: 90/218 in Riverside County comparable; Wildomar CA: 94/228 in Riverside County comparable; Lakeland Village consistent soft from the same Riverside County Elsinore Valley Mesozoic supply). The Elsinore watershed — Mesozoic Peninsular Ranges Batholith (insoluble — primary dilutant), Quaternary Elsinore fault valley alluvium (slightly calcareous — primary hardness contributor), and Holocene Elsinore basin alluvium (slightly calcareous — minor TDS).
At 92 mg/L with TDS 224, Lakeland Village's water is soft — minimal scale buildup. Annual descaling is appropriate. The PFAS level of 4.5 ppt is moderate — a certified drinking water filter provides added protection. Review EVMWD's annual water quality report for the latest monitoring data.
Geology & Source: Lakeland Village in Riverside County draws from the Elsinore Valley Municipal Water on Lake Elsinore (Riverside County, southwest California) — the Elsinore watershed drains Mesozoic Peninsular Ranges Batholith (insoluble) and Quaternary Elsinore fault valley alluvium (slightly calcareous) — California Riverside County Lake Elsinore Mesozoic supply produces soft water at 92 mg/L with TDS 223.7 mg/L.